H 5278 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act relative to noise report data and good neighbor policy at Beverly Regional Airport

This bill requires the Massachusetts Aeronautics Division to collect and publish noise complaints and flight operation data at Beverly Regional Airport annually between April and October, making the information publicly accessible on the Division's website. It also mandates the creation of a Good Neighbor policy to educate pilots and flight schools about the noise impact of training flights on nearby residents, including providing guidance materials and sample policies. Additionally, the bill establishes a process for public meetings where residents can question airport officials about noise concerns and requires all new airport badge applicants to receive a copy of the Good Neighbor policy.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 25, 2026 Last action Apr 23, 2026
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Apr 23, 2026
Lower · Passed
Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting
lower
Mar 25, 2026
Lower · Passed
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling
lower
Mar 25, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported from the committee on Transportation
lower
0 primary · 3 co-sponsors

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