Aviation

Änderung der bisherigen Sanktionspraxis des Luftfahrt-Bundesamtes bei Verstößen gegen die Fluggastrechte bei Flugannullierungen nach Art. 5 der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 261/2004 durch die Rechtsprechung des EuGH (Az. C-549/07) sowie Anzahl der seit 2005 eingeleiteten Ordnungswidrigkeitsverfahren

Germany · German Bundestag · 1 January 2005

<span>Originaltext der Frage(n):<br /> <br /> </span><span>Inwieweit änderte sich vor dem Hintergrund, dass zum einen ausweislich der Antwort der Bundesregierung auf Frage 13 der Kleinen Anfrage der Fraktion der FDP (Bundestagsdrucksachen 16/10025 und 16/10148) Bußgelder gegen Fluggesellschaften, die nach den Feststellungen des Luftfahrt-Bundesamtes die Ausgleichspflicht gemäß Artikel 5 der Verordnung (EG) Nummer 261/2004 nicht beachtet haben, wegen eines noch ausstehenden Urteils des Europäischen Gerichtshofs (Az. C-549/07) zur Auslegung der vorgenannten Norm nur im Einzelfall verhängt wurden und zum anderen dieses Urteil am 22. Dezember 2008 mit der Feststellung ergangen ist, dass technische Defekte am Flugzeug grundsätzlich keine außergewöhnlichen Umstände im Sinne des Artikels 5 Absatz 3 der Verordnung (EG) Nummer 261/2004 darstellen, die bisherige Sanktionierungspraxis des Luftfahrt-Bundesamtes in Bezug auf festgestellte Verstöße der Fluggesellschaften gegen Artikel 5 der Verordnung (EG) Nummer 261/2004, und wie viele Ordnungswidrigkeitsverfahren wurden wegen eines dahingehenden Vorwurfs seit dem Jahr 2005 durch das Luftfahrt-Bundesamt eingeleitet?</span>

Anzahl der beim Luftfahrt-Bundesamt eingegangenen Beschwerden zu Verstößen gegen die Fluggastrechte-Verordnung der EU und Ergebnisse der Prüfung

Germany · German Bundestag · 1 January 2005

<span>Originaltext der Frage(n):<br /> <br /> </span><span>Wie hat sich die Anzahl der beim Luftfahrt-Bundesamt eingegangenen Beschwerden, mit denen Verstöße gegen die Verpflichtungen der Fluggesellschaften entsprechend der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 261/2004 vorgebracht wurden, seit Beantwortung der Kleinen Anfragen der Fraktion der FDP &bdquo;Umsetzung der europäischen Fluggastverordnung in Deutschland&ldquo; durch die Bundesregierung (Bundestagsdrucksachen 16/9978 und 16/10148) &ndash; aufgegliedert nach der Art der vorgebrachten Verstöße &ndash; bis heute jeweils konkret fortentwickelt (bitte jeweils als Zahlenwert angeben), und in wie viel Prozent der Beschwerden, für die das Luftfahrt-Bundesamt zuständig war, hat es die Beschwerden nach eigener Prüfung für begründet gehalten &ndash; wiederum aufgeschlüsselt nach der Art der Verstöße?</span>

Parade 2005

Austria · National Council · 23 December 2004

Schriftliche Anfrage der Abgeordneten Mag. Dr. Wolfgang Zinggl, Kolleginnen und Kollegen an den Bundesminister für Landesverteidigung betreffend Parade 2005 <i>(im Zusammenhang mit dem Jubiläumsjahr 2005)</i>

AVIATION AND CLIMATE CHANGE

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 16 December 2004

That this House recognises the need to address the growing impact of aviation emissions on climate change; notes that inclusion of the aviation industry in the EU Emissions Trading Scheme in 2008 will encourage research and development into cleaner aviation technology; and welcomes the UK Government's commitment to use its Presidency of the European Union in 2005 to achieve this aim.

180 Mr. J. Higgins asked the Minister for Transport the amount paid by Government to the aviation authority in respect of US military aircraft over-flying Irish airspace for each year from 2000 to 2004; and the proportion of these funds which related to US military planes travelling to and from Iraq. [33672/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 15 December 2004

180 Mr. J. Higgins asked the Minister for Transport the amount paid by Government to the aviation authority in respect of US military aircraft over-flying Irish airspace for each year from 2000 to 2004; and the proportion of these funds which related to US military planes travelling to and from Iraq. [33672/04]

219 Mr. Curran asked the Minister for Transport the Act of the Oireachtas under which the Irish Aviation Authority issued a direction (details supplied) which created a restricted area around a privately owned aerodrome at Weston, Lucan, County Dublin. [33204/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 14 December 2004

219 Mr. Curran asked the Minister for Transport the Act of the Oireachtas under which the Irish Aviation Authority issued a direction (details supplied) which created a restricted area around a privately owned aerodrome at Weston, Lucan, County Dublin. [33204/04]

211 Mr. Curran asked the Minister for Transport the detailed technical specification of the very high frequency omni directional range radar equipment being installed at Weston Aerodrome, Lucan, County Dublin; and if there are any health risks or implications which may be associated with the use of such radar equipment. [32302/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 7 December 2004

211 Mr. Curran asked the Minister for Transport the detailed technical specification of the very high frequency omni directional range radar equipment being installed at Weston Aerodrome, Lucan, County Dublin; and if there are any health risks or implications which may be associated with the use of such radar equipment. [32302/04]

210 Mr. Curran asked the Minister for Transport if the Irish Aviation Authority can change the zoning of an area from agriculture to airport use or from green belt to airport use. [32301/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 7 December 2004

210 Mr. Curran asked the Minister for Transport if the Irish Aviation Authority can change the zoning of an area from agriculture to airport use or from green belt to airport use. [32301/04]

209 Mr. Curran asked the Minister for Transport if he will provide a list of alleged breaches of the Irish Aviation Authority Rules of the Air Order that have occurred around Weston Aerodrome, Lucan, County Dublin over the past five years; and the appropriate action which has been taken by the Irish Aviation Authority upon investigation of alleged breaches. [32299/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 7 December 2004

209 Mr. Curran asked the Minister for Transport if he will provide a list of alleged breaches of the Irish Aviation Authority Rules of the Air Order that have occurred around Weston Aerodrome, Lucan, County Dublin over the past five years; and the appropriate action which has been taken by the Irish Aviation Authority upon investigation of alleged breaches. [32299/04]

208 Mr. Ring asked the Minister for Transport the number of helicopters registered here; the plans of the Government to regulate the location at which helicopters land and take off, can be kept and so on; the regulations in place in relation to helicopters; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32298/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 7 December 2004

208 Mr. Ring asked the Minister for Transport the number of helicopters registered here; the plans of the Government to regulate the location at which helicopters land and take off, can be kept and so on; the regulations in place in relation to helicopters; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32298/04]

109 Mr. R. Bruton asked the Minister for Transport if it is his intention to open talks with Canada for the purpose of making a new bilateral air travel agreement to replace the current highly unsatisfactory agreement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32042/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 7 December 2004

109 Mr. R. Bruton asked the Minister for Transport if it is his intention to open talks with Canada for the purpose of making a new bilateral air travel agreement to replace the current highly unsatisfactory agreement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32042/04]

89 Ms McManus asked the Minister for Transport the reason the Government exempted US military aircraft from fees which apply to commercial flights for the use of Shannon Airport over the past two years; the amount the Government will pay to the Irish Aviation Authority in reimbursements following this exemption; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32337/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 7 December 2004

89 Ms McManus asked the Minister for Transport the reason the Government exempted US military aircraft from fees which apply to commercial flights for the use of Shannon Airport over the past two years; the amount the Government will pay to the Irish Aviation Authority in reimbursements following this exemption; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32337/04]

Commending the Aero Squad After School Program at Tomorrow's Aeronautical Museum in Compton, California, as well as other youth aviation programs that expose young minorities to the field of civil aviation.

United States · United States Congress · 7 December 2004

Commends the Aero Squad After School Program at Tomorrow's Aeronautical Museum in Compton, California, as well as other youth aviation programs and civil aviation enrichment programs that expose and encourage young minorities and underrepresented groups to enter the field of civil aviation. Congratulates Program graduates who have obtained pilot licenses, including Kenny Roy, who obtained his student pilot license in Canada.

Arbeitszeitgesetz und Arbeitsruhegesetz

Austria · National Council · 6 December 2004

Bericht des Ausschusses für Arbeit und Soziales über die Regierungsvorlage (664 d.B.): Bundesgesetz, mit dem das Arbeitszeitgesetz und das Arbeitsruhegesetz geändert werden

Luftfahrtgesetz, Bundesgesetz über die Austro Control Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung und Bundesgesetz über den zwischenstaatlichen Luftverkehr 1997

Austria · National Council · 2 December 2004

Bericht des Verkehrsausschusses über die Regierungsvorlage (548 d.B.): Bundesgesetz, mit dem das Luftfahrtgesetz, das Bundesgesetz über die Austro Control Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung und das Bundesgesetz über den zwischenstaatlichen Luftverkehr 1997 geändert werden

strategische Positionierung Österreichs im Luftfahrtbereich

Austria · Federal Council · 25 November 2004

Mündliche Anfrage des Bundesrates Mag. Bernhard Baier (ÖVP) an den Bundesminister für Verkehr, Innovation und Technologie Hubert Gorbach betreffend strategische Positionierung Österreichs im Luftfahrtbereich

176 Ms O. Mitchell asked the Minister for Transport the cost to date in 2004 of the payment to the Irish Aviation Authority in lieu of waived income from American aeroplanes involved in the Iraq war; and the estimated cost for 2005. [30701/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 24 November 2004

176 Ms O. Mitchell asked the Minister for Transport the cost to date in 2004 of the payment to the Irish Aviation Authority in lieu of waived income from American aeroplanes involved in the Iraq war; and the estimated cost for 2005. [30701/04]

646 Mr. Gogarty asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the body which is responsible for monitoring noise emissions from aeroplanes at Weston Aerodrome; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that South Dublin County Council says it is not its responsibility; if his attention has been further drawn to the fact that the Irish Aviation Authority has stated in a written response that this is not within its statutory remit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30002/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 23 November 2004

646 Mr. Gogarty asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the body which is responsible for monitoring noise emissions from aeroplanes at Weston Aerodrome; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that South Dublin County Council says it is not its responsibility; if his attention has been further drawn to the fact that the Irish Aviation Authority has stated in a written response that this is not within its statutory remit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30002/04]

311 Mr. Gogarty asked the Minister for Transport the body which is responsible for monitoring noise emissions from aeroplanes at Weston Aerodrome; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that South Dublin County Council says this is not its responsibility; if his attention has been further drawn to the fact that the Irish Aviation Authority has stated in a written response that this is not within its statutory remit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30001/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 23 November 2004

311 Mr. Gogarty asked the Minister for Transport the body which is responsible for monitoring noise emissions from aeroplanes at Weston Aerodrome; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that South Dublin County Council says this is not its responsibility; if his attention has been further drawn to the fact that the Irish Aviation Authority has stated in a written response that this is not within its statutory remit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30001/04]

Flight 587 Accountability Act

United States · United States Congress · 17 November 2004

Flight 587 Accountability Act - Directs the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to: (1) require each aircraft manufacturer to list any information in the limitation section of each flight manual that may affect the safe operation of an aircraft; and (2) resolve a dispute between an aircraft manufacturer and an aircraft operator that arises regarding the safe operation of an aircraft (except in cases in which an adjudicatory resolution is sought). Sets a deadline by which the Government Accountability Office must review the effectiveness and timeliness of the FAA in implementing recommendations made by the National Transportation Safety Board.

Budgetbegleitgesetz 2005

Austria · National Council · 9 November 2004

347 Mr. Curran asked the Minister for Transport if he will provide a list of incidents that have occurred at Weston Aerodrome, Lucan, County Dublin; if any have been reported to the Irish Aviation Authority or to his Department over the past five years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26833/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 2 November 2004

347 Mr. Curran asked the Minister for Transport if he will provide a list of incidents that have occurred at Weston Aerodrome, Lucan, County Dublin; if any have been reported to the Irish Aviation Authority or to his Department over the past five years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26833/04]

Budgetbegleitgesetz 2005

Austria · National Council · 27 October 2004

Bericht des Budgetausschusses über die Regierungsvorlage (649 d.B.): Bundesgesetz, mit dem das Strafgesetzbuch, die Strafprozessordnung 1975, das Strafvollzugsgesetz, das Geschworenen- und Schöffengesetz 1990, das Bundesgesetz über den Schutz vor Straftaten gegen die Sicherheit von Zivilluftfahrzeugen, das Waffengesetz, das Bundeshaushaltsgesetz, das Bundesmuseen-Gesetz 2002, das Bundesforstegesetz 1996, das Pensionsgesetz 1965, das Arbeitsmarktpolitik-Finanzierungsgesetz, das Sonderunterstützungsgesetz, das Ausländerbeschäftigungsgesetz, das Arbeitsmarktservicegesetz, das Arbeitslosenversicherungsgesetz 1977, das Arbeiterkammergesetz 1992, das Familienlastenausgleichsgesetz 1967, das Bundespflegegeldgesetz, das Bundessozialamtsgesetz, das Bundesbehindertengesetz, das Glücksspielgesetz, das Bundes-Sportförderungsgesetz, das Altlastensanierungsgesetz und das Umweltförderungsgesetz geändert sowie Regelungen über die Veräußerung von Bundesanteilen an der Gemeinnützige Wohnbaugesellschaft mbH Villach und an der Entwicklungsgesellschaft Aichfeld-Murboden Gesellschaft m.b.H. getroffen werden (Budgetbegleitgesetz 2005)

Arbeitszeitgesetz, Arbeitsruhegesetz, Änderung

Austria · National Council · 21 October 2004

Bundesgesetz, mit dem das Arbeitszeitgesetz und das Arbeitsruhegesetz geändert werden

Budgetbegleitgesetz 2005

Austria · National Council · 12 October 2004

Bundesgesetz, mit dem das Strafgesetzbuch, die Strafprozessordnung 1975, das Strafvollzugsgesetz, das Geschworenen- und Schöffengesetz 1990, das Bundesgesetz über den Schutz vor Straftaten gegen die Sicherheit von Zivilluftfahrzeugen, das Waffengesetz, das Bundeshaushaltsgesetz, das Bundesmuseen-Gesetz 2002, das Bundesforstegesetz 1996, das Pensionsgesetz 1965, das Arbeitsmarktpolitik-Finanzierungsgesetz, das Sonderunterstützungsgesetz, das Ausländerbeschäftigungsgesetz, das Arbeitsmarktservicegesetz, das Arbeitslosenversicherungsgesetz 1977, das Arbeiterkammergesetz 1992, das Familienlastenausgleichsgesetz 1967, das Bundespflegegeldgesetz, das Bundessozialamtsgesetz, das Bundesbehindertengesetz, das Glücksspielgesetz, das Bundes-Sportförderungsgesetz, das Altlastensanierungsgesetz und das Umweltförderungsgesetz geändert sowie Regelungen über die Veräußerung von Bundesanteilen an der Gemeinnützige Wohnbaugesellschaft mbH Villach und an der Entwicklungsgesellschaft Aichfeld-Murboden Gesellschaft m.b.H. getroffen werden (Budgetbegleitgesetz 2005)

Winning the War on Terror Act of 2004

United States · United States Congress · 8 October 2004

Winning the War on Terror Act of 2004 - Provides for increases in the numbers of U.S. special operations forces. Provides counter-proliferation measures, including a Global Threat Reduction Initiative (to secure nuclear and radiological materials outside the United States) and radiological material threat assessments. Requires elimination of the U.S. chemical stockpile no later than the end of 2012. Establishes a Terrorist Screening Center in the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Secure Borders Act - Institutes, or modifies, measures related to: (1) border infrastructure and monitoring, transportation workers and cargo containers, and public and tribal lands; (2) identification document standards; (3) U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement staffing, detention and removal operations, informant aliens, and alien smuggling penalties; (4) Department of Homeland Security (DHS) foreign coordination, visa security, and the visa waiver program; and (5) immigration benefit functions, including identification techniques. Authorizes the Secretary of Homeland Security (the Secretary) to make grants for public transportation security. Directs the Secretary to develop public transportation best practices, public awareness, and security plans. Requires a Memorandum of Agreement between the Secretaries of Homeland Security and of Transportation concerning their respective roles in public transportation security matters. Secure Containers from Overseas and Seaports from Terrorism Act or Secure COAST Act - Requires establishment of security standards and verification procedures for maritime cargo containers moving within the intermodal transportation system. Imposes validation and inspection requirements, including deployment of radiation detection portal equipment at all ports of entry and a staffing assessment. Authorizes appropriations for port security grants and requires funding for an information sharing and analysis capability within the maritime industry. Increases funding for Coast Guard components associated with the Integrated Deepwater System. Increases authorized Coast Guard active duty personnel levels. Requires aviation security measures that include provision of checked baggage screening for explosives, phaseout of passenger &quot;bag-matching&quot; programs, technology assessment, a shipping companies database, wireless flight crew communications, a national transportation security strategy, and passenger watchlists. Private Sector Preparedness Act of 2004 - Requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop and implement a private sector emergency preparedness program. Sets forth requirements for promoting the sharing of intelligence and homeland security information. Requires the Secretary to develop: (1) a plan for security critical infrastructure; and (2) a national biodefense strategy. Rapid Pathogen Identification to Delivery of Cures Act - Requires a strategy and research programs to expedite the development and approval of countermeasures against novel or unknown pathogens or toxins. Chemical Security Improvement Act of 2004 - Establishes procedures for assessment of the vulnerability of chemical sources to terrorist release and planning to address security concerns. Authorizes establishment of a program to fund cybersecurity professional development programs. Creates a National Cybersecurity Office in DHS. Connecting the Operations of National Networks of Emergency Communications Technologies for First Responders Act of 2004 - Establishes an Office of Wireless Public Safety Interoperable Communications and a program to fund communications interoperability improvements. Strengthening Homeland Innovation to Emphasize Liberty, Democracy, and Privacy Act or the SHIELD Privacy Act - Requires designation of a Chief Privacy Officer within the Office of Management and Budget and of an official primarily responsible for privacy policy in each executive branch agency. Establishes a Commission on Privacy, Freedom, and Homeland Security and a Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board. Homeland Security Civil Rights and Civil Liberties Protection Act of 2004 - Revises DHS organizational provisions to institute certain civil rights and civil liberties safeguards. Sets forth policies (and measures) regarding prevention of future international terrorism, including concerning: (1) the role of Pakistan; (2) the future of Afghanistan; (3) the U.S.-Saudi relationship; (4) politics, culture, and education in the Islamic world; and (5) the use of economic and trade policies as part of a comprehensive counterterrorism strategy. Urges a comprehensive coalition strategy to fight Islamist terrorism.

Crosby-Puller Combat Wounds Compensation Act

United States · United States Congress · 8 October 2004

Crosby-Puller Combat Wounds Compensation Act - Continues hazardous duty pay, aviation career incentive pay, career enlisted flier incentive pay, hardship duty pay, imminent danger pay, the travel or transportation per diem for duty outside the United States or in Hawaii or Alaska, and the family separation allowance for members of the Armed Forces who are wounded or injured in combat zones and removed from the area for treatment until such time as the member: (1) is found physically fit to perform the duties of the member's office, grade, rank, or rating; (2) is discharged or separated; or (3) dies. Amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the time limitation on the income tax exclusion for combat zone compensation resulting from hospitalization due to wounds, disease, or injury incurred in such combat zone.

Guaranteeing Airport Physical Screening Standards Act of 2004

United States · United States Congress · 8 October 2004

Guaranteeing Airport Physical Screening Standards Act of 2004 - Amends Federal transportation law to set a deadline of 120 days after enactment of this Act for the Under Secretary for Border and Transportation Security of the Department of Homeland Security to require screening or inspection of all individuals, goods, property, vehicles, and other equipment before entry into a secured area of a U.S. airport. Requires such screening requirements to include at a minimum physical screening for metal objects. Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to require random screenings and inspections until such deadline. Authorizes the Secretary to hire additional passenger and baggage screeners to ensure aviation security.

Congratulating Jimmy Haywood and Kenny Roy for setting world records in civil aviation history and commending youth aviation programs that encourage young minorities to enter the field of civil aviation.

United States · United States Congress · 8 October 2004

Congratulates Jimmy Haywood and Kenny Roy for setting world records in civil aviation history. Commends the Aerosquad After School Program at Tomorrow's Aeronautical Museum in Compton, California, as well as other youth aviation programs that encourage young minorities to enter the field of civil aviation.

Emergency Supplemental Appropriations for Hurricane Disasters Assistance Act, 2005

United States · United States Congress · 6 October 2004

Emergency Supplemental Appropriations for Hurricane Disasters Assistance Act, 2005 - Makes FY 2005 emergency supplemental appropriations for additional natural disaster assistance to: (1) the Department of Agriculture for the Emergency Conservation Program of the Farm Service Agency, the Emergency Watershed Protection Program of the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the Rural Community Advancement Program, the Rural Housing Insurance Fund Program Account, and Rural Housing Assistance Grants; (2) the Department of Justice for the Federal Prison System for salaries, expenses, buildings, and facilities; (3) the Department of Commerce for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration for operations, research, facilities, procurement, acquisition, and construction; (4) the Small Business Administration for the Disaster Loans Program Account; (5) the Department of Defense for operation and maintenance (including transfer of funds in some cases) for the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Defense-Wide, Army Reserve, Navy Reserve, Air Force Reserve, Army National Guard, Air National Guard, &quot;Other Procurement, Air Force, &quot;Procurement, Defense-Wide,&quot; Defense Working Capital Funds, and the Defense Health Program; (6) the Corps of Engineers - Civil for &quot;General Investigations&quot; and &quot;Construction, General,&quot; &quot;Flood Control, Mississippi River and Tributaries, Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, and Tennessee,&quot; &quot;Operation and Maintenance, General,&quot; and &quot;Flood Control and Coastal Emergencies;&quot; (7) the U.S. Agency for International Development for International Disaster and Family Assistance; (8) the Department of Homeland Security for the U.S. Coast Guard for Operating Expenses and Emergency Preparedness and Response for Disaster Relief; (9) the Department of the Interior for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Park Service for construction, and the U.S. Geological Survey for surveys, investigations, and research; (10) the Department of Agriculture for the Forest Service for State and private forestry, the National Forest System, wildlife fire management, and capital improvement and maintenance; (11) the Department of Health and Human Services for the Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund; (12) the Department of Defense for military construction for the Navy, Marine Corps, and Army Reserve, through FY 2007, family housing operation and maintenance of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force, and for the Base Realignment and Closure Account; (13) the Department of Transportation for the Federal Aviation Administration for facilities and equipment, Grants-in-Aid for Airports, the Federal Highway Administration for the Emergency Relief Program (including rescission of contract authorization); (14) the Executive Office of the President for unanticipated needs of the American Red Cross; (15) the Department of Veterans Affairs for the Veterans Health Administration for medical services, administration and facilities, general operating expenses, the National Cemetery Administration, construction, and minor projects; (16) the Department of Housing and Urban Development for the Community Development Fund; and (17) the National Aeronautics and Space Administration for space flight capabilities.

A concurrent resolution urging the President to withdraw the United States from the 1992 Agreement on Government Support for Civil Aircraft with the European Union and immediately file a consultation request, under the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes of the World Trade Organization, on the matter of injury to, and adverse effects on, the commercial aviation industry of the United States.

United States · United States Congress · 5 October 2004

Urges the President to direct the U.S. Trade Representative to: (1) withdraw the United States from the Agreement on Government Support for Civil Aircraft that was entered into with the European Community in 1992; and (2) immediately file a consultation request, under the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes of the World Trade Organization (WTO), on the matter of serious injury to the U.S. commercial aviation industry.

Emergency Supplemental Appropriations for Hurricane Disasters Assistance Act, 2005

United States · United States Congress · 5 October 2004

Emergency Supplemental Appropriations for Hurricane Disasters Assistance Act, 2005 - Makes FY 2005 emergency supplemental appropriations for additional storm disaster assistance to: (1) the Department of Agriculture for the Forest Service for the National Forest System, including for capital improvements and maintenance; (2) the Department of Commerce for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration for operations, research, and facilities, procurement, acquisition, and construction; (3) the Department of Defense for military personnel for the Navy and Airforce, operation and maintenance of the Army, Navy, Airforce, Defense-Wide, Army Reserve, Navy Reserve, Army National Guard and Air National Guard, the Defense Health Program, Other Procurement, Air Force and Procurement, Defense-Wide, military construction for the Navy and Army Reserve, the Base Realignment and Closure Account, Family Housing, Operation and Maintenance, Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and the Working Capital Fund, Defense-Wide; (4) the Department of Health and Human Services for the Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund; (5) the Department of Homeland Security for the Disaster Relief Fund; (6) the U.S. Coast Guard for operating expenses; (7) the Department of Housing and Urban Development for the Community Development Fund; (8) the Department of the Interior for the U.S. Geological Survey for surveys, investigations, and research, the Fish and Wildlife Service for resource management and for construction, the National Park Service for construction and major maintenance; (9) the Department of Justice for the Federal Prison System for buildings, facilities, salaries, and expenses; (10) the Department of Transportation for the Federal Aviation Administration for operations, emergency assistance to airports (to be derived from the Airport and Airway Trust Fund), the Federal Highway Administration for the Emergency Relief Program (to be derived from the Highway Trust Fund other than the Mass Transit Account); (11) the Department of Veterans Affairs for the Veterans Health Administration for medical services, facilities, and administration, for general operating expenses, the National Cemetery Administration, and construction and minor projects; (12) the Corps of Engineers-Civil Works for general operation and maintenance, flood control and coastal emergencies, and Flood Control, Mississippi River and Tributaries, Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, and Tennessee; (13) the Environmental Protection Agency for buildings and facilities; (14) the Agency for International Development for International Disaster and Famine Assistance; (15) the National Aeronautics and Space Administration for space flight capabilities; (16) the Small Business Administration for the Disaster Loans Program Account; and (17) the Executive Office of the President for unanticipated needs.

Urging the President to withdraw the United States from the 1992 Agreement on Government Support for Civil Aircraft with the European Union and immediately file a consultation request, under the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes of the World Trade Organization, on the matter of injury to, and adverse effects on, the commercial aviation industry of the United States.

United States · United States Congress · 4 October 2004

Urges the President to direct the U.S. Trade Representative to: (1) withdraw the United States from the Agreement on Government Support for Civil Aircraft that was entered into with the European Community in 1992; and (2) immediately file a consultation request, under the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes of the World Trade Organization (WTO), on the matter of serious injury to the U.S. commercial aviation industry.

979 Mr. F. McGrath asked the Minister for Transport his concerns about the loss of 1,300 jobs at Aer Lingus; and if he will seriously review the business strategy at the company in order to save our aviation industry. [21597/04]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 29 September 2004

979 Mr. F. McGrath asked the Minister for Transport his concerns about the loss of 1,300 jobs at Aer Lingus; and if he will seriously review the business strategy at the company in order to save our aviation industry. [21597/04]

9/11 Recommendations Implementation Act

United States · United States Congress · 24 September 2004

9/11 Recommendations Implementation Act - National Security Intelligence Improvement Act of 2004 - Establishes a National Intelligence Director (Director) to, among other things: (1) serve as the head of the intelligence community (IC); (2) act as principal adviser for intelligence matters related to national security; and (3) manage, oversee, and direct the execution of the National Intelligence Program (formerly the National Foreign Intelligence Program). Establishes a National Intelligence Council to produce national intelligence estimates for the U.S. Government and evaluate the collection and production of intelligence by the IC. Establishes a National Counterterrorism Center to: (1) analyze and integrate all U.S. intelligence pertaining to terrorism and counterterrorism; (2) conduct strategic operational planning for counterterrorism activities; and (3) ensure that intelligence agencies have access to and receive all intelligence needed to accomplish their missions. Establishes a: (1) Civil Liberties Protection Officer; and (2) Joint Intelligence Community Council. Authorizes the: (1) Secretary of Defense and the Director to jointly establish a program to advance foreign languages skills in languages critical to the capability of the IC to carry out U.S. national security objectives; and (2) assignment of IC personnel as language students. Requires the Director to conduct a pilot project to establish a Civilian Linguist Reserve Corps. Establishes the National Security Agency Emerging Technologies Panel to advise the Director on the research, development, and application of existing and emerging science and technology advances, advances in encryption, and other topics. Stop Terrorist and Military Hoaxes Act of 2004 - Provides criminal and civil penalties for false information concerning terrorist activities and military hoaxes. Material Support to Terrorism Prohibition Enhancement Act of 2004 - Provides criminal penalties for: (1) receiving military-type training from a foreign terrorist organization; and (2) providing material support to terrorism. Weapons of Mass Destruction Prohibition Improvement Act of 2004 - Expands the jurisdictional bases and scope of the prohibition against weapons of mass destruction (WMDs). Includes chemical weapons within the definition of WMDs. Provides criminal liability for participation in nuclear and WMD threats against the United States. Money Laundering Abatement and Financial Antiterrorism Technical Corrections Act of 2004 - Provides additional funding to combat crimes involving terrorist financing. Criminal History Access Means Protection of Infrastructures and Our Nation - Requires the Attorney General to establish and maintain criminal history information checks for use by employers. Provides for the use of biometric technology in airport access control systems. Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to prepare and update a transportation security strategic plan for defending aviation assets. Provides for: (1) next-generation airline passenger screening systems; (2) the deployment and use of explosive detection equipment at airport screening checkpoints; and (3) a pilot program to evaluate the use of blast-resistant cargo and baggage containers. Requires the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to establish a: (1) comprehensive intelligence program for FBI intelligence analysts and intelligence production, sources, and operations; and (2) national security workforce of agents, analysts, linguists, and surveillance specialists. Increases the number of full-time border patrol agents and immigration and customs enforcement investigators. Provides: (1) for expedited deportation of alien terrorists and supporters of terrorism; (2) minimum documentation requirements and issuance standards, for Federal recognition purposes, for driver's licenses, identification cards, and birth certificates; and (3) measures to enhance the privacy and integrity of social security numbers. Establishes within the State Department an Office of Visa and Passport Security. Requires specified reports concerning terrorist sanctuaries, including a priority list of countries providing such sanctuaries. Afghanistan Freedom Support Act Amendments of 2004 - Provides for the coordination of assistance to Afghanistan for various freedom support activities, and requires a long-term U.S. strategy with respect to such country. Authorizes assistance for counternarcotics efforts in Afghanistan. Outlines provisions concerning appropriate U.S. relations with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. Requires the President to pursue international diplomatic and cooperative efforts to limit the availability, proliferation, and transfer of man-portable air defense systems (MANPADS) (individual-fired surface-to-air missiles). Commends the use of multilateral organizations for fighting terrorist financing. Establishes an International Terrorist Finance Coordinating Council. Faster and Smarter Funding for First Responders Act of 2004 - Authorizes grants to improve first responder capabilities and to establish essential capabilities for emergency preparedness. Provides for congressional oversight over the Department of Homeland Security. Establishes an Office of Counternarcotics Enforcement. Requires public financial disclosure with respect to certain IC employees. Authorizes the FBI Director to establish an FBI Reserve Service for the temporary reemployment of former FBI employees during periods of emergencies. Revises security clearance requirements and procedures. Federal Agency Protection of Privacy Act of 2004 - Requires Federal agency rulemakings to take into consideration rule impacts on individual privacy. Requires the establishment of chief privacy officers for agencies with law enforcement or antiterrorism functions. Mutual Aid and Litigation Management Authorization Act of 2004 - Authorizes: (1) mutual aid agreements for utilities and services support during an emergency or public service event; and (2) litigation management agreements for limiting legal action against emergency response providers. Calls for adoption of the National Incident Management System. Expresses the sense of Congress that the Secretary of Defense should regularly assess the adequacy of the United States Northern Command to respond to all military and paramilitary threats within the United States.

National Heritage Area Extension Act of 2004

United States · United States Congress · 23 September 2004

National Heritage Area Extension Act of 2004 - Amends the Omnibus Parks and Public Lands Management Act of 1996 to extend to September 30, 2027, the authorization for making grants or providing assistance with respect to the National Coal Heritage Area, Tennessee Civil War Heritage Area, Steel Industry Heritage Project (the Steel Industry American Heritage Area), Essex National Heritage Area, Ohio &amp; Erie Canal National Heritage Corridor (redesignated by this Act as the Ohio &amp; Erie National Heritage Canalway), and Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area. National Aviation Heritage Area Act - Establishes within the States of Ohio and Indiana the National Aviation Heritage Area. Amends the Omnibus Parks and Public Lands Management Act of 1996, to: (1) make additions to the National Coal Heritage Area; (2) provide specified assistance to the National Coal Heritage Area Authority; (3) make resources within Lincoln County and Paint Creek and Cabin Creek also eligible for assistance; (4) provide for the Authority to submit a Coal Heritage Management Plan for the Area; and (5) require the Plan to set forth responsibilities of the Authority. Reauthorizes appropriations for the New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail Route. Illinois and Michigan Canal National Heritage Corridor Act Amendments of 2004 - Provides for the designation, upon the termination of the Illinois and Michigan Canal National Heritage Corridor Commission, of the Canal Corridor Association to be the management entity for the Corridor. Oil Region National Heritage Area Act - Establishes the Oil Region National Heritage Area in Pennsylvania. Crossroads of the American Revolution National Heritage Area Act of 2004 - Establishes the Crossroads of the American Revolution National Heritage Area in New Jersey. Western Reserve Heritage Areas Study Act - Provides for a study regarding the establishment of the Western Reserve Heritage Area in specified Ohio counties. Provides for updating the John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor plan.

Jubiläumsjahr 2005

Austria · National Council · 22 September 2004

Schriftliche Anfrage der Abgeordneten Mag. Dr. Wolfgang Zinggl, Kolleginnen und Kollegen an den Bundeskanzler betreffend Jubiläumsjahr 2005 <i>(Finanzierung der Veranstaltungen)</i>

Diskriminierung sichtbar behinderter Menschen durch Fluggesellschaften

Austria · National Council · 22 September 2004

Schriftliche Anfrage der Abgeordneten Dr. Helene Partik-Pablé, Kolleginnen und Kollegen an den Bundesminister für Verkehr, Innovation und Technologie betreffend Diskriminierung sichtbar behinderter Menschen durch Fluggesellschaften

Diskriminierung sichtbar behinderter Menschen durch Fluggesellschaften

Austria · National Council · 22 September 2004

Schriftliche Anfrage der Abgeordneten Dr. Helene Partik-Pablé, Kolleginnen und Kollegen an den Bundesminister für soziale Sicherheit, Generationen und Konsumentenschutz betreffend Diskriminierung sichtbar behinderter Menschen durch Fluggesellschaften

To further protect the United States aviation system from terrorist attacks.

United States · United States Congress · 22 September 2004

Amends Federal transportation law to direct the Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security (Transportation Security Administration (TSA)) to issue guidance for the use of biometrics or other technology that positively verifies the identity of each airport employee and law enforcement officer who enters a secure area of an airport. (Currently, the Under Secretary for Border and Transportation Security of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is authorized to provide for such use). Authorizes appropriations. Directs the Assistant Secretary to establish a program to enter into multi-year contracts with airport operators or other non-Federal entities to provide electronic explosive detection system images of checked baggage for screening purposes. Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to prepare a transportation sector specific plan and transportation modal security plans that at a minimum: (1) set risk-based priorities for defending aviation assets; (2) assign roles and missions to Federal, State, regional, and local authorities and to stakeholders; (3) establish a damage mitigation and recovery plan for the aviation system in the event of a terrorist attack; and (4) include a threat matrix document that outlines each threat to the U.S. aviation system and corresponding layers of security in place to address such threat. Directs the Assistant Secretary to commence testing of a next generation passenger prescreening system that will allow the DHS to assume the performance of comparing passenger name records (including airport employees) to the automatic selectee and no fly lists, utilizing the Federal Government's terrorist watchlist. Sets forth requirements for: (1) the deployment and use of explosive and nonmetallic weapon detection equipment at airport screening checkpoints; (2) a pilot program to evaluate the use of blast-resistant containers for cargo and baggage on passenger aircraft; (3) the establishment in the DHS of a Checkpoint Screening Security Fund; (4) a pilot program to test and deploy next generation security checkpoint screening technology at a certain number of U.S. airports; (5) civil penalties for failure to secure a cockpit door; (6) appropriate in-flight counterterrorism procedures and tactic training to Federal law enforcement officers; (7) a pilot program to allow pilots participating in the Federal flight deck officer program to transport their firearms on their persons; (8) implementation of the registered traveler program; (9) the establishment of an Under Secretary for Local Government and Tourism; (10) the Federal Air Marshal Service to provide air marshal training to foreign law enforcement personnel; and (11) international efforts to limit the availability, transfer, and proliferation of man-portable air defense systems (MANPADS).

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

European Union · European Parliament · 16 September 2004

Judgment of the Court (Second Chamber) of 16 September 2004.#Cimber Air A/S v Skatteministeriet.#Reference for a preliminary ruling: Vestre Landsret - Denmark.#Sixth VAT Directive - Article 15(6), (7) and (9) - Exemption of exports outside the Community - Meaning of "aircraft used by airlines operating chiefly on international routes' - Exemption for fuelling and provisioning of domestic flights.#Case C-382/02.

European Union · Court of Justice of the European Union · 16 September 2004

Transportation, Treasury, and General Government Appropriations Act, 2005

United States · United States Congress · 15 September 2004

Transportation, Treasury, and General Government Appropriations Act, 2005 - Makes appropriations for FY 2005 for: (1) the Office of the Secretary of Transportation; (2) the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA); (3) the Federal Highway Administration (FHA); (4) the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration; (5) the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA); (6) the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), earmarking a specified amount for the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak); (7) the Federal Transit Administration (8) the Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation; (9) the Maritime Administration; (10) the Research and Special Programs Administration; (11) the Office of Inspector General; (12) the Surface Transportation Board; (13) the Department of the Treasury; (14) the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network; (15) the Financial Management Service; (16) the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau; (17) the United States Mint; (18) the Bureau of the Public Debt; (19) the Internal Revenue Service (IRS); (20) the Executive Office of the President; (21) the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board; (22) Committee For Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled; (23) the Election Assistance Commission; (24) the Federal Election Commission (FEC); (25) the Federal Labor Relations Authority; (26) the Federal Maritime Commission; (27) the General Services Administration (GSA); (28) the Merit Systems Protection Board; (29) the Morris K. Udall Scholarship and Excellence in National Environmental Policy Foundation; (30) the National Archives and Records Administration; (31) the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB); (32) the Office of Government Ethics; (33) the Office of Personnel Management (OPM); (34) the Office of Special Counsel; (35) the United States Postal Service; and (36) the United States Tax Court.

A concurrent resolution honoring and memorializing the passengers and crew of United Airlines Flight 93.

United States · United States Congress · 13 September 2004

Honors and memorializes the passengers and crew of United Airlines Flight 93 for their decisive actions and efforts of bravery on September 11, 2001.

American Heroes Act

United States · United States Congress · 9 September 2004

American Heroes Act - Authorizes each State to provide one statue of an individual representing that State to be displayed in the Capitol Visitor Center. Specifies criteria for such statues. Requires the Clerk of the House of Representatives and the Secretary of the Senate to assign jointly to one of their employees the post of the American Hero Administrator to prepare statue guidelines. Requires: (1) a State to establish an American Hero Commission to select the individual to represent that State; and (2) the Architect of the Capitol to procure and install a statue honoring the passengers of United Airlines flight number 93 who died on September 11, 2001, for their heroic role in protecting Washington, D.C. from attack.

9/11 Commission Recommendations Implementation Act of 2004

United States · United States Congress · 8 September 2004

9/11 Commission Recommendations Implementation Act of 2004 - Establishes a National Intelligence Director to manage the National Intelligence Program. Empowers the Secretary of Defense with lead responsibility for directing and executing paramilitary operations, whether clandestine or covert. Establishes a National Counterterrorism Center for strategic analysis concerning transnational terrorist organizations with global reach. Requires the President to direct the head of each appropriate Federal department or agency to identify and prioritize actual or potential terrorist sanctuaries throughout the world. Requires a national strategy to destabilize identified sanctuaries. Authorizes the President to support the Government of: (1) Pakistan in its efforts against extremists; and (2) Afghanistan to extend its authority over such country. Directs the Secretary of State to establish programs to promote greater familiarity with American society and values among the general public and select audiences in Muslim countries. Directs the President to: (1) strengthen counterproliferation efforts against weapons of mass destruction; and (2) track the financing of terrorist organizations and prevent money laundering for their benefit. Requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to: (1) integrate U.S. border screening systems with Federal security sites within the U.S. transportation system and sites containing vital national facilities; (2) complete a biometric entry and exit screening system for persons entering and departing the United States; (3) develop a plan for the allocation of limited transportation security resources; and (4) improve aviation screening. Requires: (1) the sharing of information for purposes of protecting the national security; (2) the establishment of a board to oversee Federal adherence to civil liberties; (3) that all U.S. emergency response agencies adopt the Incident Command System and unified command procedures; (4) the promotion of private sector emergency preparedness; (5) both Houses of Congress to pass separate intelligence appropriations bills; (6) a specialized and integrated national security workforce at the Federal Bureau of Investigation; and (7) regular adequacy assessments of the strategies and planning of the United States Northern Command to defend the United States against military threats.

To allow a waiver or exemption of certain requirements for restricted airspace if security is not reduced.

United States · United States Congress · 8 September 2004

Amends the Transportation, Treasury, and Independent Agencies Appropriations Act, 2004 (Public Law 108 - 199, div. F) to direct the Secretary of Transportation to maintain in full force and effect certain restrictions imposed under Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Notices to Airmen FDC 3/2122, FDC 3/2123, and FDC 2/0199 (relating to restricted airspace). Prohibits the Secretary from granting any waivers or exemptions from such restrictions, except, among other things, to allow the operation of an aircraft participating in an air show in restricted airspace if the Administrator of the FAA, in consultation with the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, determines that the safety of an event is not compromised.

To allow a waiver or exemption of certain requirements for restricted airspace if security is not reduced.

United States · United States Congress · 8 September 2004

Amends the Transportation, Treasury, and Independent Agencies Appropriations Act, 2004 (Public Law 108 - 199, div. F) to direct the Secretary of Transportation to maintain in full force and effect certain restrictions imposed under Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Notices to Airmen FDC 3/2122, FDC 3/2123, and FDC 2/0199 (relating to restricted airspace). Prohibits the Secretary from granting any waivers or exemptions from such restrictions, except, among other things, to allow the operations of an aircraft participating in an air show in restricted airspace if the Administrator of the FAA determines that the security of an event, stadium, or other venue is not reduced.

Transportation, Treasury, and Independent Agencies Appropriations Act, 2005

United States · United States Congress · 8 September 2004

Transportation, Treasury, and Independent Agencies Appropriations Act, 2005 - Makes appropriations for FY 2005 for: (1) the Office of the Secretary of Transportation; (2) the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA); (3) the Federal Highway Administration (FHA); (4) the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration; (5) the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA); (6) the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), earmarking a specified amount for the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak); (7) the Federal Transit Administration (8) the Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation; (9) the Maritime Administration; (10) the Research and Special Programs Administration; (11) the Office of Inspector General; (12) the Surface Transportation Board; (13) the Department of the Treasury; (14) the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network; (15) the Financial Management Service; (16) the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau; (17) the United States Mint; (18) the Bureau of the Public Debt; (19) the Internal Revenue Service (IRS); (20) the Executive Office of the President; (21) the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board; (22) the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB); (23) the Federal Election Commission (FEC); (24) the Election Assistance Commission; (25) the Federal Labor Relations Authority; (26) the Federal Maritime Commission; (27) the General Services Administration (GSA); (28) the Merit Systems Protection Board; (29) the Morris K. Udall Scholarship and Excellence in National Environmental Policy Foundation; (30) the National Archives and Records Administration; (31) the Office of Government Ethics; (32) the Office of Personnel Management (OPM); (33) the Office of Special Counsel; (34) the United States Postal Service; and (35) the United States Tax Court.

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to provide the same screening of all passengers and property that will be carried aboard a passenger aircraft operated in the United States by a person other than an air carrier as is provided for all passengers and property that are carried aboard a passenger aircraft operated by an air carrier, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 8 September 2004

Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to provide the same screening of all passengers and property that will be carried aboard a passenger aircraft operated in the United States by a non-air carrier as that provided for passenger aircraft operated by an air carrier. Requires the Secretary, on the date of enactment of this Act, to begin developing a plan, acquiring and training personnel, and acquiring equipment for providing such screening. Directs the Secretary of Transportation to take necessary action to ensure that: (1) no such aircraft flies within 1,500 feet of any structure or building, or over a city with a population of 1 million or more or any other location the Secretary determines appropriate, except on approach or departure to an airport; and (2) the pilot of a flight of any such aircraft remains in contact with the Federal Aviation Administration regardless of that aircraft's altitude. Makes an exception for aircraft carrying out police, medical, or other operations as the Secretary deems appropriate.