Bill > H3013

This bill updates Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 90, concerning aeronautics and airspace regulations, primarily by replacing outdated references to the "Massachusetts aeronautics commission" with "division" to reflect the current structure of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation's Aeronautics Division. It clarifies definitions related to aviation, such as "air navigation facility" and "airworthy," and grants the division more authority in regulating airport approach zones, including the power to approve or deny construction permits for structures near runways based on federal guidelines. The bill also streamlines processes for airport vegetation management, allows for joint airport establishment and operation by multiple municipalities, and updates penalties for aviation law violations, including operating an aircraft under the influence of intoxicating substances. It also clarifies that registration fees for aircraft are in lieu of personal property taxes and outlines exemptions for certain types of aircraft.