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WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman French Hill (AR02) issued the following statement after the House passed, by a vote of 393-13, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act:

Rep. Hill said, “This five-year FAA reauthorization bill provides long-term stability in our aviation industry, puts passenger safety first, and makes important investments in our airports here in Arkansas and across the country. I am also pleased that the House passed my amendment to require the FAA to report on the ongoing Little Rock VOR Cone relocation project. This amendment will ensure accountability at the FAA, and give the Little Rock Port the opportunity to expand its property, which will help bring economic growth and well-being to the Second Congressional District.”

Bryan Day, Executive Director of the Little Rock Port Authority, said, “As the Port of Little Rock continues to acquire land for future industrial prospects and job growth, it is imperative that the community be able to relocate the navigational VOR Cone located within our growth pattern. Congressman Hill’s efforts have ensured that this relocation is being addressed in a timely manner and that Congress understands the value of this project.  We are grateful for his work on this issue.”

Jay Chesshir, the President & CEO of the Little Rock Chamber of Commerce, said, “While air traffic safety and Little Rock Air Force Base essential training infrastructure are non-negotiable, Congressman French Hill recognizes the significant economic benefit and jobs that central Arkansas citizens will enjoy from an expanded Little Rock Port. His leadership in navigating the LIT VORTAC relocation process has been invaluable.”

Click here to listen to my testimony on my FAA Amendment

Background:

The Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization Act, H.R. 4, is a bipartisan five-year bill to reauthorize the programs and provisions of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Click here to read the bill.