Joint Center of Excellence for Advanced Materials and Safety Act

This bill establishes a Center of Excellence focused on advanced materials and safety in aviation, directly affecting the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), universities, aircraft manufacturers, and airlines. It updates the Center's mandate to prioritize applied research on safe composite materials in aircraft structures, crash worthiness, passenger safety, and accessible air travel for people with disabilities - including wheelchair restraint systems - starting March 1, 2023. The Center must collaborate with industry stakeholders to advance technologies like carbon fiber and additive manufacturing, while setting safety criteria for all passengers. The bill authorizes up to $20 million annually for fiscal years 2024-2028 to fund these activities.