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Aviation Noise and Emissions Mitigation Act

12/30/2022, 8:18 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6050

Bill 117 HR 6050, also known as the Aviation Noise and Emissions Mitigation Act, aims to address the issues of noise and emissions caused by aviation activities in the United States. The bill focuses on implementing measures to reduce the negative impact of aviation on communities and the environment.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to fund projects that aim to mitigate aviation noise and emissions. These projects may include the development of new technologies, the implementation of noise abatement procedures, and the construction of sound barriers near airports.

Additionally, the bill calls for the creation of a task force to study the effects of aviation noise and emissions on communities and to make recommendations for further mitigation efforts. The task force will be composed of representatives from the aviation industry, environmental organizations, and affected communities. Furthermore, the bill requires the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to update its noise standards and regulations to reflect the latest scientific research on the health effects of aviation noise. This will ensure that communities are adequately protected from the negative impacts of aircraft noise. Overall, Bill 117 HR 6050 seeks to strike a balance between the economic benefits of aviation and the need to protect communities and the environment from the negative effects of noise and emissions. By implementing targeted measures and funding research, the bill aims to create a more sustainable and harmonious relationship between aviation and the communities it serves.

Congressional Summary of HR 6050

Aviation Noise and Emissions Mitigation Act

This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency to establish pilot grant programs to measure and mitigate aircraft and airport noise and emissions (e.g., greenhouse gases and toxic pollutants) in communities near airports and air flight pathways.

Current Status of Bill HR 6050

Bill HR 6050 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 18, 2021. Bill HR 6050 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on November 18, 2021.  Bill HR 6050's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation. as of November 19, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6050

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
36
Democrat Cosponsors
36
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6050

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6050

Aviation Noise and Emissions Mitigation Act
Aviation Noise and Emissions Mitigation Act
To develop pilot grant programs through the Environmental Protection Agency to research and collect data on aircraft and airport noise and emissions and to use such information and data to develop a mitigation strategy, and for other purposes.

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