National Center for the Advancement of Aviation Act of 2022

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Explore the details of House Bill 3482 National Center for the Advancement of Aviation Act of 2022 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Transportation and Public Works. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/17/2024, 11:45 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3482

Bill 117 HR 3482, also known as the National Center for the Advancement of Aviation Act of 2022, aims to establish a National Center for the Advancement of Aviation within the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The purpose of this center is to promote and support research, development, and education in the field of aviation.

The bill outlines the responsibilities of the center, which include conducting research on aviation safety, efficiency, and sustainability, as well as providing technical assistance to the FAA and other government agencies. The center will also be tasked with promoting collaboration between government, industry, and academia to advance aviation technology and innovation.

Additionally, the bill authorizes funding for the center and establishes a board of directors to oversee its operations. The board will be composed of representatives from the FAA, industry stakeholders, and academic institutions. Overall, the National Center for the Advancement of Aviation Act of 2022 seeks to enhance the United States' leadership in aviation technology and ensure the continued safety and efficiency of the nation's aviation system.

Congressional Summary of HR 3482

National Center for the Advancement of Aviation Act of 2022

This bill establishes the National Center for the Advancement of Aviation to (1) develop a skilled and robust U.S. aviation and aerospace workforce; (2) serve as a national independent forum to support collaboration and cooperation between aviation and aerospace stakeholders regarding the advancement of the U.S. aviation and aerospace workforce; and (3) serve as a repository for research conducted by institutions of higher education, research institutions, or other stakeholders regarding the aviation and aerospace workforce, or related technical and skill development.

The center must perform the following duties

improve access to aviation and aerospace education and related skills training to help grow the U.S. aviation and aerospace workforce;
support Armed Forces personnel and veterans seeking to transition to a career in civil aviation or an aerospace-related field through outreach, training, apprenticeships, or other means; and
amplify and support the research and development efforts conducted as part of the National Aviation Research Plan and work done at the Federal Aviation Administration Technical Centers regarding the aviation and aerospace workforce.

Additionally, the center may issue grants to certain entities to

create, develop, deliver, or update middle and high school aviation curricula and aviation curricula used at institutions of higher education, secondary educations institutions, or by technical training and vocational schools;
support the professional development of educators using the curricula;
establish new education programs that teach technical skills used in aviation maintenance;
establish scholarships, internships or apprenticeships for individuals pursuing employment in the aviation maintenance industry;
support outreach about educational opportunities and careers in the aviation maintenance industry; and
support the transition to career in aviation maintenance, including for members of the Armed Forces.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3482

Bill HR 3482 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since September 29, 2022. Bill HR 3482 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 25, 2021. Bill HR 3482's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of September 29, 2022