S. 36

Abolishing Aviation Barriers Act of 2009

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111th CONGRESS

1st Session

S. 36

IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

January 6, 2009

Mr. McCain (for himself and Mr. Ensign) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation

A BILL

To repeal the perimeter rule for Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, and for other purposes.

1.

Short title

This Act may be cited as the Abolishing Aviation Barriers Act of 2009.

2.

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

(a)

In general

Chapter 449 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by striking section 49109.

(b)

Clerical amendment

The chapter analysis for chapter 449 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 49109 and inserting the following:

44901. Repealed.

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3.

Termination of Federal support for perimeter rule at New York LaGuardia Airport

Notwithstanding any other provision of law, no Federal funds may be obligated or expended after the date of enactment of this Act to enforce the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey rule banning flights beyond 1,500 miles (or any other flight distance related restriction), from arrival or departure at New York LaGuardia Airport.