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To direct the Secretary of Transportation to submit a report on helicopter and rotorcraft noise in the District of Columbia, and for other purposes.
12/15/2023, 3:56 PM
Summary of Bill HR 2509
Bill 118 hr 2509, also known as the "Helicopter and Rotorcraft Noise Report Act," is a piece of legislation that aims to address the issue of excessive noise caused by helicopters and rotorcraft in the District of Columbia. The bill directs the Secretary of Transportation to submit a report on the impact of this noise on residents and businesses in the area.
The report will include an analysis of the current levels of helicopter and rotorcraft noise in the District of Columbia, as well as any potential health and safety risks associated with this noise. Additionally, the report will examine potential solutions to mitigate the impact of helicopter and rotorcraft noise on the community.
The bill also includes provisions for public input, requiring the Secretary of Transportation to solicit feedback from residents, businesses, and other stakeholders in the District of Columbia. This input will be used to inform the recommendations included in the report. Overall, the goal of Bill 118 hr 2509 is to better understand and address the issue of helicopter and rotorcraft noise in the District of Columbia, with the ultimate aim of improving the quality of life for residents and businesses in the area.
The report will include an analysis of the current levels of helicopter and rotorcraft noise in the District of Columbia, as well as any potential health and safety risks associated with this noise. Additionally, the report will examine potential solutions to mitigate the impact of helicopter and rotorcraft noise on the community.
The bill also includes provisions for public input, requiring the Secretary of Transportation to solicit feedback from residents, businesses, and other stakeholders in the District of Columbia. This input will be used to inform the recommendations included in the report. Overall, the goal of Bill 118 hr 2509 is to better understand and address the issue of helicopter and rotorcraft noise in the District of Columbia, with the ultimate aim of improving the quality of life for residents and businesses in the area.
Congressional Summary of HR 2509
This bill directs the Department of Transportation to recommend ways to reduce helicopter and rotorcraft noise in the District of Columbia, including recommendations on altitude, the number of flights, flight paths, and pilot training.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2509
Bill HR 2509 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 10, 2023. Bill HR 2509 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 6, 2023. Bill HR 2509's most recent activity was Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E299) as of April 10, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2509
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
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0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2509
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Transportation and Public WorksAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2509
To direct the Secretary of Transportation to submit a report on helicopter and rotorcraft noise in the District of Columbia, and for other purposes.
To direct the Secretary of Transportation to submit a report on helicopter and rotorcraft noise in the District of Columbia, and for other purposes.
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