End Gridlock at Our Nation's Critical Airports Act of 2001

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 1290 End Gridlock at Our Nation's Critical Airports Act of 2001 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Transportation and Public Works. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/16/2023, 5:47 PM

Congressional Summary of S 1290

End Gridlock at Our Nation's Critical Airports Act of 2001 - Amends Federal aviation law to prohibit a State, local government, or political authority of at least two States from enacting or enforcing a law that: (1) requires a certificate of approval before the construction or operation of an airport development project at a covered airport (an airport that each year has at least .25 percent of the total annual boardings in the United States) if the project meets certain standards established by the Secretary of Transportation, whether or not such project is the subject of an approved airport improvement grant; or (2) prohibits, conditions, or otherwise regulates the direct application for, or receipt or expenditure of, an airport improvement grant or other funds by the sponsor of a covered airport for an airport development project at such airport if the project meets such standards.

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Current Status of Bill S 1290

Bill S 1290 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 1, 2001. Bill S 1290 was introduced during Congress 107 and was introduced to the Senate on August 1, 2001. Bill S 1290's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8580-8581) as of August 1, 2001

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1290

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1290

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

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AirportsEconomics and Public FinanceFederal aid to transportationFederal preemptionGovernment Operations and PoliticsInfrastructureLawLicensesLocal lawsStandardsState laws

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1290

End Gridlock at Our Nation's Critical Airports Act of 2001A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to preempt State laws requiring a certificate of approval or other form of approval prior to the construction or operation of certain airport development projects, and for other purposes.End Gridlock at Our Nation's Critical Airports Act of 2001

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