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AIR Act
12/29/2022, 5:18 PM
Summary of Bill HR 8042
The AIR Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 8042, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address air quality issues and promote clean air initiatives across the country.
The AIR Act aims to strengthen regulations on air pollution from various sources, such as industrial facilities, vehicles, and power plants. It also seeks to increase funding for research and development of clean air technologies, as well as provide support for communities disproportionately affected by poor air quality.
Additionally, the AIR Act includes provisions for monitoring and reporting air quality data, as well as implementing measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. The bill also emphasizes the importance of public health and environmental justice in addressing air pollution issues. Overall, the AIR Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to improve air quality and protect the health of all Americans. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to address the growing threat of air pollution, while opponents raise concerns about the potential economic impact of the bill.
The AIR Act aims to strengthen regulations on air pollution from various sources, such as industrial facilities, vehicles, and power plants. It also seeks to increase funding for research and development of clean air technologies, as well as provide support for communities disproportionately affected by poor air quality.
Additionally, the AIR Act includes provisions for monitoring and reporting air quality data, as well as implementing measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. The bill also emphasizes the importance of public health and environmental justice in addressing air pollution issues. Overall, the AIR Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to improve air quality and protect the health of all Americans. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to address the growing threat of air pollution, while opponents raise concerns about the potential economic impact of the bill.
Congressional Summary of HR 8042
Airlines Independent of Restrictions Act or the AIR Act
This bill directs the Department of Transportation (DOT) to rescind no fly zone restrictions over Disneyworld in Orlando, Florida, and Disneyland in Anaheim, California, imposed under Federal Aviation Administration Notices to Airmen and stop maintaining the restrictions imposed under such notices.
DOT may not issue a regulation or Notice to Air Missions to impose a no fly zone over Disneyworld and Disneyland for a period longer than 30 days, with specified exceptions for national security concerns.
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Current Status of Bill HR 8042
Bill HR 8042 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 13, 2022. Bill HR 8042 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 13, 2022. Bill HR 8042's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation. as of June 14, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8042
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
12Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
12Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8042
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8042
AIR Act
AIR Act
Airlines Independent of Restrictions Act
To direct the Secretary of Transportation to rescind certain no fly zone restrictions, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 8042
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