Air America Act of 2023

12/13/2023, 5:15 AM
Read twice and referred to the Select Committee on Intelligence.
Bill 118 s 3047, also known as the Air America Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve and modernize the air transportation system in the United States.

One of the key provisions of the Air America Act is the establishment of a new regulatory framework for the aviation industry. This framework aims to streamline the process for obtaining permits and licenses for airlines, as well as to ensure that safety standards are consistently met across the industry.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increasing funding for airport infrastructure improvements. This funding would be used to upgrade and modernize airports across the country, making them more efficient and capable of handling increased air traffic. Another important aspect of the Air America Act is its focus on environmental sustainability. The bill includes measures to reduce the carbon footprint of the aviation industry, such as incentivizing the use of alternative fuels and promoting the development of more fuel-efficient aircraft. Overall, the Air America Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation aimed at improving the air transportation system in the United States. If passed, this bill has the potential to modernize the industry, increase safety standards, and promote environmental sustainability.
Congress
118

Number
S - 3047

Introduced on
2023-10-17

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

10/17/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Select Committee on Intelligence.
Bill 118 s 3047, also known as the Air America Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve and modernize the air transportation system in the United States.

One of the key provisions of the Air America Act is the establishment of a new regulatory framework for the aviation industry. This framework aims to streamline the process for obtaining permits and licenses for airlines, as well as to ensure that safety standards are consistently met across the industry.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increasing funding for airport infrastructure improvements. This funding would be used to upgrade and modernize airports across the country, making them more efficient and capable of handling increased air traffic. Another important aspect of the Air America Act is its focus on environmental sustainability. The bill includes measures to reduce the carbon footprint of the aviation industry, such as incentivizing the use of alternative fuels and promoting the development of more fuel-efficient aircraft. Overall, the Air America Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation aimed at improving the air transportation system in the United States. If passed, this bill has the potential to modernize the industry, increase safety standards, and promote environmental sustainability.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to award payments to employees of Air America who provided support to the United States from 1950 to 1976, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

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Latest Action10/17/2023
Read twice and referred to the Select Committee on Intelligence.