Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act
Summary
The Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act (FROST Act) amends Title 49 of the United States Code. It modifies the definition of airport development to exclude aircraft deicing storage facilities. This bill was passed by the House of Representatives and referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Expected Effects
The act removes storage facilities for deicing equipment and fluids from being automatically considered part of airport development projects. This could affect funding eligibility and project planning related to airport infrastructure.
Potential Benefits
- Potentially reduces the scope and cost of airport development projects by excluding deicing storage facilities.
- May allow for more flexible and targeted funding for specific airport needs.
- Could streamline the approval process for airport projects by removing certain facilities from the definition of 'airport development'.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potentially reduces funding available for deicing equipment storage, which could impact winter operations at airports.
- May lead to inadequate or outdated deicing facilities, affecting safety during winter weather.
- Could increase the cost of deicing operations if storage is less efficient or further from the runways.
Constitutional Alignment
The act falls under the legislative powers granted to Congress in Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution, which includes the power to regulate commerce. Specifically, this relates to interstate commerce involving air travel and transportation. The act does not appear to infringe on any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).