April 27th, 2018 by WCBC Radio
Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 4, the “FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018,” a bill to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration through 2023. The legislation included funding for the Essential Air Service (EAS) Program, the Federal Contract Tower Program, and important aviation training and workforce development efforts. The legislation also includes consumer protection and safety reforms.
“I’m glad we were able to come together in a bipartisan way to pass FAA Reauthorization, including critical programs that benefit Maryland, the Hagerstown Airport and the local campus of the Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics,” said Congressman John Delaney (MD-6). “Importantly, this bill also includes new consumer protections to improve the flying experience, increase transparency and make sure that flights are safe. Continued federal support for aviation – including smaller, rural airports – is an important part of supporting our transportation infrastructure, which is so critical to economic growth.”
.jpg)
