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Support for Advanced Air Mobility Infrastructure Development

This act establishes a grant program for planning and constructing infrastructure for new types of aircraft, such as vertical take-off and landing planes. The goal is to improve transportation, reduce congestion and noise, and create new jobs. Citizens can expect better access to air transportation in the future.
Key points
Grant program for building "vertiports" (take-off/landing sites for vertical take-off aircraft) and related infrastructure.
Financial support for cities and states to develop advanced air mobility plans, considering environmental impact and integration with existing transport.
Priority for projects improving safety, transportation access in urban and rural areas, and reducing pollution.
Funds for the program are available until September 30, 2023, with the possibility of later expenditure for already awarded grants.
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VOTING RESULTS
2022-06-13
82%
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Against 73
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6270
Sponsor: Rep. Larsen, Rick [D-WA-2]
Process start date: 2021-12-14
Voting date: 2022-06-13
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 257