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Download official House Record PDFReturn to issue contextMr. TAYLOR. Madam Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and pass the bill (H.R. 3410) to allow for the operation of civil supersonic flight in the national airspace system under certain conditions, and for other purposes, as amended.
The Clerk read the title of the bill.
The text of the bill is as follows:
H.R. 3410
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of
the United States of America in Congress assembled,
SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.
This Act may be cited as the “Supersonic Aviation
Modernization Act”.
SEC. 2. ALLOWING FOR THE OPERATION OF CIVIL SUPERSONIC
FLIGHT.
(a) In General.—Not later than 1 year after the date of
enactment of this section, the Administrator of the Federal
Aviation Administration shall issue or revise such
regulations, such as section 91.817 of part 14, Code of
Federal Regulations, as are necessary to allow for the
operation of civil aircraft (as defined in section 40102(16)
of title 49, United States Code) without special
authorization within the national airspace system at a Mach
number greater than 1 so long as the aircraft is operated in
such a manner that no sonic boom reaches the ground in the
United States.
(b) Compliance With Noise Standards.—Not later than April
1, 2027, the Administrator shall issue a final rule
establishing noise standards under part 36 of title 14, Code
of Federal Regulations, requiring civil aircraft granted
authority to operate pursuant to subsection (a) not to exceed
the most recent takeoff and landing noise levels required for
subsonic aircraft currently in operation on the date of
enactment.
(c) Periodic Review.—In issuing the final rule issued
under subsection (b), the Administrator shall further specify
a process for periodic review and update of the rule to
reflect future advances in aircraft noise reduction
technology and relevant regulatory changes, as determined by
the Administrator.
The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to the rule, the gentleman from Ohio (Mr. Taylor) and the gentleman from Alabama (Mr. Figures) each will control 20 minutes.
The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Ohio.
General Leave
Mr. TAYLOR. Madam Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members may have 5 legislative days in which to revise and extend their remarks and include extraneous material into the Record on H.R. 3410.
The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there objection to the request of the gentleman from Ohio?
There was no objection.
Mr. TAYLOR. Madam Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume.
Madam Speaker, H.R. 3410, the Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act, or the SAM Act, lays the preliminary framework for a return to civil supersonic aircraft operations in the United States.
Administration to issue or revise current regulations that are outdated and, in some cases, to create an artificial speed limit that hampers American innovation.
and successfully demonstrate that it is feasible to conduct supersonic operations in the National Airspace System
without generating a sonic boom that reaches the ground.
Reauthorization Act of 2024 to usher in a new age of American innovation in the skies.
President Trump's executive order titled: “Leading the World in Supersonic Flight” documented the importance of American leadership in this reemerging sector of aviation.
To that end, the time is now. Let's come together and support American business and innovation.
Mr. FIGURES. Madam Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume.
Madam Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 3410, the Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act, as amended, bipartisan legislation introduced by Representative Nehls and Representative Davids.
Committee, which I have the privilege of sitting on with my colleague from Ohio, Representative Taylor, is to look for new ways to help our constituents have a better flying experience.
aviation industry, especially if it can be done in ways that maintain safety and limit noise and sonic booms.
H.R. 3410, as amended, is the first step to eventually allowing Americans to safely travel across the country at almost half the time it takes now, providing more time for being productive or spending the time with family and not on a plane.
ensure supersonic aircraft could fly in the U.S. as long as these operations do not create a supersonic boom that reaches the ground.
levels any higher than traditional aircraft that are currently in operation.
the FAA to ensure supersonic aircraft become even quieter in the future.
periodically reviewed and further updated to reflect the latest advances in aircraft technology.
flight more sustainable, I am greatly encouraged that the industry stakeholders are designing their supersonic aircraft to fly completely on sustainable aviation fuel.
The potential benefits to consumers are promising: less time on the aircraft and more time building that new business or spending time with friends and family.
Representative Davids from Kansas for their leadership on this legislation. I support this legislation and urge my colleagues to do the same.
terms of being able to build on the supersonic technology that has been out for years. It has been over two decades now since a supersonic aircraft has been used in a commercial context, and we have the technological advances to be able to do so and do so safely and efficiently.
This legislation is common sense. It pushes back or guards against the things that had the most worries in previous iterations of this type of technology, particularly sonic booms reaching the ground and noise levels.
is a step in the right direction of being able to provide that. That is why I support it, and I urge my colleagues to do the same.
Madam Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.
Mr. TAYLOR. Madam Speaker, I yield myself the balance of my time.
System will reimagine how Americans travel and commute, opening new possibilities for people and commerce to traverse this great Nation.
Think of the possibilities: DC to Los Angeles in just 2 hours. While this may seem far-fetched, it is closer to reality than many would believe. In fact, several U.S. airlines already have preorders of supersonic jets.
and place the United States in a prime position to be the global leader in civil supersonic technologies.
Mr. NEHLS. Madam Speaker, I rise in strong support of H.R. 3410, the Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act, which will help unlock the next era of American aviation innovation.
its regulations to allow civil supersonic flight within the National Airspace System, provided that no audible sonic boom reaches the ground. It is a balanced, commonsense approach that prioritizes both technological advancement and the protection of communities on the ground.
broadly prohibit commercial supersonic flight over land without special authorization. While these rules were appropriate for their time, they no longer reflect the state of modern aerospace technology.
have made it possible to achieve speeds above Mach I without generating audible sonic booms at ground level. American companies are already demonstrating that quieter supersonic flight is not only feasible, but safe and reliable.
reflect these technological realities. By establishing clear, science and evidence-based standards, we can provide certainty to innovations while ensuring the highest safety standards.
Trump's executive order aimed at ensuring U.S. leadership in civil supersonic aviation, making clear that outdated regulations should not stand in the way of American ingenuity.
H.R. 3410 represents an opportunity for the United States to reclaim and strengthen its leadership in global aviation. By embracing innovation while maintaining rigorous safety and noise standards, we can accelerate the development of future-generation air travel, create high-skilled jobs, and ensure that American companies, not foreign competitors, set the pace for the future of flight.
The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mrs. Cammack). The question is on the motion offered by the gentleman from Ohio (Mr. Taylor) that the House suspend the rules and pass the bill, H.R. 3410, as amended.
The question was taken; and (two-thirds being in the affirmative) the rules were suspended and the bill, as amended, was passed.
A motion to reconsider was laid on the table.