Incorporate seaplane bases, heliports, etc., into Aeronautics Law
This bill updates the state's Aeronautics Law to formally include seaplane bases, heliports, vertiports, and spaceports alongside traditional airports. It requires the Department of Transportation to review and approve plans for these facilities before they are used for commercial purposes, ensuring safety and preventing exclusive operating agreements that could limit public access. The legislation also mandates that pilots operating aircraft within the state must hold a valid federal license and carry it during flights, with penalties established for violations. Additionally, the bill clarifies definitions for various aviation terms and outlines procedures for appealing departmental decisions regarding facility approvals.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jun 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jun 20, 2024
Last action Jun 25, 2024
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Committee
1
Jun 25, 2024
Committee
Refer to Committee
upper
Jun 20, 2024
Introduced
Introduced
upper
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
George Lang
RRepublican
Co
Brian Chavez
RRepublican
Co
Mark Romanchuk
RRepublican
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