Bill > A06793

This bill establishes a General Aviation Task Force in New York State to comprehensively study and analyze factors affecting general aviation (which is defined as all civil aviation operations except scheduled passenger airline services). The task force will consist of eleven members appointed by various state officials, including the governor, senate leaders, assembly leaders, and the transportation commissioner, who must have expertise in areas like air transportation, business management, engineering, or urban planning. The task force is charged with investigating how state and federal regulations, airport improvement projects, tax policies, and other factors impact investment in general aviation services. The members will serve without compensation but can be reimbursed for expenses, and they are authorized to hold public hearings, consult with various organizations, and request information from state agencies. Within 180 days of the act's effective date, the task force must submit a detailed report of its findings and recommendations to the governor, senate president, and assembly speaker, which will be publicly posted on the Department of Transportation's website. The bill aims to provide a comprehensive review of challenges and potential improvements for general aviation in New York State.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6793