Bill > HRes1082

This Resolution, known as the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018, enacts several key provisions across various areas of aviation and transportation security. It reauthorizes funding for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) programs, including airport planning and development, facilities and equipment, and operations, extending these authorizations through fiscal year 2023. The Act also modernizes Passenger Facility Charges (PFCs) and mandates studies on future aviation infrastructure financing. Significant reforms are introduced for FAA safety certification processes, aiming to improve efficiency and oversight through measures like establishing a Safety Oversight and Certification Advisory Committee and reforming aircraft certification processes. The resolution addresses safety by enhancing FAA technical training, reviewing safety workforce needs, and improving international aviation standards. It also introduces measures to improve air service for consumers, including better customer service, protections for passengers with disabilities, and support for small community air service. Furthermore, the Act includes provisions for the integration of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) into the national airspace, establishing safety standards, test ranges, and addressing privacy concerns. It also reauthorizes the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and makes changes to its operational procedures. The Disaster Recovery Reform Act of 2018 is included, aiming to improve FEMA's disaster assistance programs, including hazard mitigation and assistance to individuals and households, with a focus on flexibility and accountability. Additionally, the BUILD Act of 2018 is incorporated, establishing the United States International Development Finance Corporation to promote private sector development in less developed countries. Finally, the Act enhances transportation security by updating TSA organization and authorizations, improving security technology, strengthening public area and passenger security, and addressing cybersecurity threats across various transportation sectors.