United States · Bill · HR
H.R. 915 (111th)
FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009
Introduced
9 February 2009
Last action
1 June 2009 · Introduced
Status
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Sponsors
Rep. Oberstar, James L. [D-MN-8], Rep. Costello, Jerry F. [D-IL-12]
Subjects
Energy, Transport, Taxation, Aviation, Climate
Source updated
21 January 2026
Energy · Transport · Taxation · Aviation · Climate
Summary
FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009 - Reauthorizes appropriations for FY2009-FY2012 for: (1) airport planning and development and noise compatibility planning programs; (2) air navigation facilities and equipment; (3) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) operations; and (4) FAA research, engineering, and development. Authorizes additional authorizations of appropriations from the general fund of the Treasury for aviation programs through FY2012. Amends the airport improvement program (AIP) to increase passenger facility charges that can be imposed by an eligible agency to finance an eligible airport-related project. Makes projects for construction of airport bicycle storage facilities and an intermodal ground access pilot project eligible airport-related projects. Specifies FAA services for which user fees may be charged. Requires adjustment of overflight fees by expedited rulemaking. Prescribes certain registration fees. Revises requirements for the airport improvement program (AIP). Increases the allotment of discretionary funds in a fiscal year for the airport security program. Expresses the sense of Congress that the modernizing of the U.S. air transportation system, through implementation of the Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen), is a national priority. Requires the FAA Administrator to report to Congress on the program and schedule for integrating automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) technology into the national airspace system. Prescribes other requirements for development of the NextGen System. Directs the FAA Administrator to develop a monitoring system for flight service specialist staffing and training under service contracts for flight service stations. Establishes a NextGen research and development center of excellence. Directs the FAA Administrator to: (1) develop a strategic runway safety plan, including systems to alert controllers and/or flight crews to potential runway incursions; (2) prescribe standards for the occupational safety and health of flight attendants; (3) establish a pilot program to provide surveillance for aircraft flying outside of radar coverage in mountainous areas; and (4) review off-airport, low-altitude aircraft weather observation technologies. Requires the Secretary of Transportation to develop a plan for the safe integration of commercial unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system. Establishes in the FAA an Aviation Safety Whistleblower Investigation Office. Increases from 24 to 34 the number of slots exempt from specified requirements and prohibitions concerning operation of an aircraft nonstop in air transportation between Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and another airport more than 1,250 statute miles away (Perimeter Rule limit). Increases additional funding and revises requirements for the Essential Air Service program. Requires certain air carriers and airport operators to submit for the Secretary's approval emergency contingency plans for passenger service during grounded aircraft flight delays. Directs the Secretary to establish in the Department of Transportation (DOT): (1) an Office of Rural Aviation; and (2) an advisory committee for aviation consumer protection. Prohibits voice communications using mobile communications devices on scheduled flights. Requires the FAA Administrator to enter into a cooperative agreement with an institution, entity, or consortium to carry out a program for the development, maturing, and certification of CLEEN (continuous lower energy, emissions, and noise) engine and airframe technology for aircraft over the next 10 years. Prohibits operating certain aircraft weighing 75,000 pounds or less that do not comply with stage 3 noise levels. Directs the Secretary to establish: (1) a pilot program to carry out up to six environmental mitigation demonstration projects at public-use airports; and (2) an aircraft departure queue management pilot program. Revises FAA personnel management system requirements with respect to the mediation, alternative resolution, and binding arbitration of disputes between the FAA Administrator and FAA employees about implementation of proposed changes to the system. Directs the FAA Administrator to: (1) increase the number of aviation safety inspectors in the Flight Standards Service; (2) assess training programs for FAA air traffic controllers; and (3) establish an FAA Task Force on Air Traffic Control Facility Conditions. Extends the Secretary's authority to provide insurance and reinsurance against loss or damage arising out of any risk from the operation of a domestic or foreign aircraft. Authorizes the FAA Administrator to access the criminal history records or databases systems of specified federal law enforcement agencies. Establishes within the FAA a working group to make recommendations for the realignment of FAA services and facilities to assist in the transition to next generation facilities. Directs the FAA Administrator to establish a pilot program for redevelopment of airport properties. Federal Aviation Research and Development Reauthorization Act of 2009 - Directs the FAA Administrator to establish a research initiative to assess the impact of aviation on the climate and, if warranted, to evaluate approaches to mitigate such impact. Directs the FAA Administrator to establish a Center for Excellence in Aviation Employment.
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Timeline
9 February 2009
Introduced
Referred to House Transportation and Infrastructure
Source: IntroReferral
9 February 2009
Introduced
Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Science and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Source: IntroReferral
9 February 2009
Introduced
Introduced in House
Source: IntroReferral
9 February 2009
Introduced
Introduced in House
Source: IntroReferral
10 February 2009
Referred
Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
Source: Committee
11 February 2009
Referred
Referred to the Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics.
Source: Committee
5 March 2009
Reported
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Source: Committee
5 March 2009
Committee
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Source: Committee
5 March 2009
Committee
Subcommittee on Aviation Discharged.
Source: Committee
19 May 2009
Calendars
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 62.
Source: Calendars
19 May 2009
Discharge
Committee on Science and Technology discharged.
Source: Discharge
19 May 2009
Committee
Committee on Science and Technology discharged.
Source: Committee
19 May 2009
Reported
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Transportation. H. Rept. 111-119, Part I.
Source: Committee
19 May 2009
Reported
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Transportation. H. Rept. 111-119, Part I.
Source: Committee
20 May 2009
Reported
Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 464 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 915 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI. In lieu of the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure now printed in the bill, the amendment in the nature of a substitute printed in part A of the report, modified by the amendment printed in part B, shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as the original bill for the purpose of further amendment under the five-minute rule.
Source: Floor
21 May 2009
Vote
On passage Passed by recorded vote: 277 - 136 (Roll no. 291).
Source: Floor
21 May 2009
Floor
The Clerk was authorized to correct section numbers, punctuation, and cross references, and to make other necessary technical and conforming corrections in the engrossment of H.R. 915.
Source: Floor
21 May 2009
Passed
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Source: Floor
21 May 2009
Vote
Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by recorded vote: 277 - 136 (Roll no. 291).
Source: Floor
21 May 2009
Floor
The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. (consideration: CR H5978)
Source: Floor
21 May 2009
Floor
The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 915.
Source: Floor
21 May 2009
Floor
The Speaker designated the Honorable Dennis A. Cardoza to act as Chairman of the Committee.
Source: Floor
21 May 2009
Floor
House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 464 and Rule XVIII.
Source: Floor
21 May 2009
Passed
The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
Source: Floor
21 May 2009
Vote
On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 154 - 263 (Roll no. 290). (consideration: CR H5979-5980)
Source: Floor
21 May 2009
Floor
The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H5979)
Source: Floor
21 May 2009
Floor
Mr. Campbell moved to recommit with instructions to Transportation. (consideration: CR H5978-5979; text: CR H5978-5979)
Source: Floor
21 May 2009
Committee
Supplemental report filed by the Committee on Transportation, H. Rept. 111-119, Part II.
Source: Committee
21 May 2009
Passed
Rule H. Res. 464 passed House.
Source: Floor
21 May 2009
Floor
Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 915 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI. In lieu of the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure now printed in the bill, the amendment in the nature of a substitute printed in part A of the report, modified by the amendment printed in part B, shall be considered as adopted. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as the original bill for the purpose of further amendment under the five-minute rule.
Source: Floor
21 May 2009
Floor
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 464. (consideration: CR H5913-5981)
Source: Floor
21 May 2009
Committee
Supplemental report filed by the Committee on Transportation, H. Rept. 111-119, Part II.
Source: Committee
1 June 2009
Introduced
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Source: IntroReferral
Votes
No vote records are attached yet.
Versions
- Referred in Senate · 1 June 2009 · Download file
- Engrossed in House · 21 May 2009 · Download file
- Reported in House · 19 May 2009 · Download file
- Introduced in House · 9 February 2009 · Download file
Documents
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Referred in Senate (text)
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Referred in Senate (text)
Referred in Senate · EN · 1 June 2009
Referred in Senate (PDF)
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Engrossed in House (text)
Engrossed in House · EN · 21 May 2009
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Passed House amended
summary · EN · 21 May 2009
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Reported in House (text)
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Reported to House amended, Part I
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Sponsors
- Rep. Oberstar, James L. [D-MN-8] · D · Sponsor
- Rep. Costello, Jerry F. [D-IL-12] · D · Sponsor
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Related records
- related to → Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 915) to amend title 49, United States Code, to authorize appropriations for the Federal Aviation Administration for fiscal years 2009 through 2012, to improve aviation safety and capacity, to provide stable funding for the national aviation system, and for other purposes.
- related to ← FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act
- related to ← FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act
- amends ← An amendment numbered 10 printed in part C of House Report 111-126 to require the FAA to study the proposed New York/New Jersey/Philadelphia Class B modification design change. The study shall determine the effect of the change on the environment, with an emphasis on airplane noise. The study shall state whether the change was considered in conjunction with the New York/New Jersey/Philadelphia Airspace Redesign.
- amends ← An amendment numbered 6 printed in Part C of House Report 111-126 to prohibit authorized funds from being used to name a project or program for an individual then serving as a Member, Delegate, Resident Commissioner, or Senator of the United States Congress.
- amends ← An amendment numbered 3 printed in Part C of House Report 111-126 to require the Transportation Secretary, within 180 days of enactment, to issue regulations to require each air carrier to provide each of its passengers an option to receive a text message (or other comparable electronic service), subject to any fees applicable under the contract of the passenger for the electronic service, from the air carrier consisting of a notification of any change in the status of the flight of such passenger prior to boarding. This would only apply to air carriers that earn at least one-percent of the domestic passenger service revenue.
- amends ← An amendment numbered 11 printed in part C of House Report 111-126 to direct the FAA to initiate a rulemaking process to determine the authorization of Westchester County Airport to reinstate limits on overnight aircraft operations.
- amends ← An amendment numbered 2 printed in Part C of House Report 111-126 to require GAO, within 3 months of enactment, to initiate a study into commercial airline pilot training and certification programs. The GAO shall submit the report to Congress within 12 months of the study's initiation.
- amends ← An amendment numbered 12 printed in part C of House Report 111-126 to provide that Congress finds the FAA did not follow FAA policy statements in determining whether the proposed College Point Marine Transfer Station in New York if constructed would constitute a hazard to air navigation. It also requires the FAA Administrator to take such actions as may be necessary to designate the proposed College Point Marine Transfer Station in New York City, New York, as a hazard to air navigation.
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Sources
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