To direct the Secretary of Transportation to submit a report on helicopter and rotorcraft noise in the District of Columbia, and for other purposes.

12/15/2023, 3:56 PM

This bill directs the Department of Transportation to recommend ways to reduce helicopter and rotorcraft noise in the District of Columbia, including recommendations on altitude, the number of flights, flight paths, and pilot training.

Bill 118 hr 2509, also known as the "Helicopter and Rotorcraft Noise Report Act," is a piece of legislation that aims to address the issue of excessive noise caused by helicopters and rotorcraft in the District of Columbia. The bill directs the Secretary of Transportation to submit a report on the impact of this noise on residents and businesses in the area.

The report will include an analysis of the current levels of helicopter and rotorcraft noise in the District of Columbia, as well as any potential health and safety risks associated with this noise. Additionally, the report will examine potential solutions to mitigate the impact of helicopter and rotorcraft noise on the community.

The bill also includes provisions for public input, requiring the Secretary of Transportation to solicit feedback from residents, businesses, and other stakeholders in the District of Columbia. This input will be used to inform the recommendations included in the report. Overall, the goal of Bill 118 hr 2509 is to better understand and address the issue of helicopter and rotorcraft noise in the District of Columbia, with the ultimate aim of improving the quality of life for residents and businesses in the area.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 2509

Introduced on
2023-04-06

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/6/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This bill directs the Department of Transportation to recommend ways to reduce helicopter and rotorcraft noise in the District of Columbia, including recommendations on altitude, the number of flights, flight paths, and pilot training.

Bill 118 hr 2509, also known as the "Helicopter and Rotorcraft Noise Report Act," is a piece of legislation that aims to address the issue of excessive noise caused by helicopters and rotorcraft in the District of Columbia. The bill directs the Secretary of Transportation to submit a report on the impact of this noise on residents and businesses in the area.

The report will include an analysis of the current levels of helicopter and rotorcraft noise in the District of Columbia, as well as any potential health and safety risks associated with this noise. Additionally, the report will examine potential solutions to mitigate the impact of helicopter and rotorcraft noise on the community.

The bill also includes provisions for public input, requiring the Secretary of Transportation to solicit feedback from residents, businesses, and other stakeholders in the District of Columbia. This input will be used to inform the recommendations included in the report. Overall, the goal of Bill 118 hr 2509 is to better understand and address the issue of helicopter and rotorcraft noise in the District of Columbia, with the ultimate aim of improving the quality of life for residents and businesses in the area.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo direct the Secretary of Transportation to submit a report on helicopter and rotorcraft noise in the District of Columbia, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Transportation and Public Works

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary11/3/2023

This bill directs the Department of Transportation to recommend ways to reduce helicopter and rotorcraft noise in the District of Columbia, including recommendations on altitude, the number of flights, flight paths, and pilot training.


Latest Action4/10/2023
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E299)