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Helicopter Passenger Protection Act

12/29/2022, 11:03 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7521

Bill 117 hr 7521, also known as the Helicopter Passenger Protection Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to enhance the safety and security of passengers who travel in helicopters.

The Helicopter Passenger Protection Act includes several key provisions aimed at achieving this goal. Firstly, the bill requires all helicopter operators to implement safety measures such as providing passengers with safety briefings before takeoff, ensuring that all passengers are properly secured with seat belts or harnesses, and conducting regular safety inspections of their aircraft.

Additionally, the bill mandates that all helicopter operators must have a valid operating certificate issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and comply with all relevant safety regulations set forth by the FAA. This is intended to ensure that all helicopter operators meet the highest safety standards and are held accountable for any violations. Furthermore, the Helicopter Passenger Protection Act requires helicopter operators to maintain liability insurance coverage to protect passengers in the event of an accident or injury. This provision is designed to provide financial protection for passengers and their families in case of any unforeseen incidents. Overall, the Helicopter Passenger Protection Act seeks to improve the safety and security of helicopter passengers by implementing stricter regulations and safety measures for helicopter operators. This bill aims to prevent accidents and injuries, and ensure that passengers can travel in helicopters with peace of mind knowing that their safety is a top priority.

Congressional Summary of HR 7521

Helicopter Passenger Protection Act

This bill requires that certain rotorcraft manufactured before April 5, 2020, comply with Federal Aviation Administration requirements relating to fuel system crash resistance. The requirement does not apply to an unmanned aircraft that does not carry occupants.

The bill also allows a tax credit equal to 10% of the costs of making changes to a fuel system in an emergency medical rotorcraft to comply with certain requirements for fuel system crash resistance.

Current Status of Bill HR 7521

Bill HR 7521 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 14, 2022. Bill HR 7521 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 14, 2022.  Bill HR 7521's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation. as of April 15, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7521

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
10
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7521

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7521

Helicopter Passenger Protection Act
Helicopter Passenger Protection Act
To amend title 49, United States Code, to require that certain rotorcraft manufactured before April 5, 2020, comply with requirements relating to fuel system crash resistance, and for other purposes.

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