Hydrogen Aviation Development Act
3/12/2024, 5:40 AMSummary of Bill S 1899
The Bill 118 s 1899, also known as the Hydrogen Aviation Development Act, aims to promote the development and use of hydrogen as a fuel source for aviation. The bill recognizes the potential of hydrogen as a clean and sustainable alternative to traditional fossil fuels in the aviation industry.The legislation calls for the establishment of a research and development program within the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to support the advancement of hydrogen technologies for use in aircraft. This program would focus on conducting research, testing, and demonstration projects to assess the feasibility and safety of hydrogen-powered aircraft.
Additionally, the bill directs the FAA to collaborate with industry stakeholders, academic institutions, and other government agencies to coordinate efforts in advancing hydrogen aviation technologies. This collaborative approach is intended to accelerate the development and deployment of hydrogen-powered aircraft in the United States. Furthermore, the legislation includes provisions for funding the research and development program, as well as for providing grants and incentives to support the adoption of hydrogen technologies by the aviation industry. These financial incentives are designed to encourage investment in hydrogen infrastructure and to facilitate the transition to a more sustainable aviation sector. Overall, the Hydrogen Aviation Development Act seeks to position the United States as a leader in the development and deployment of hydrogen technologies for aviation, with the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting environmental sustainability in the aviation industry.
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Current Status of Bill S 1899
Bill S 1899 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 8, 2023. Bill S 1899 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 8, 2023. Bill S 1899's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of June 8, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1899
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1899
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksPotential Impact Areas
Air qualityAlternative and renewable resourcesAviation and airportsClimate change and greenhouse gasesMotor fuelsResearch and developmentAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 1899
Hydrogen Aviation Development ActHydrogen Aviation Development ActA bill to encourage the use of hydrogen in the aviation sector, and for other purposes.Comments
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