The Senate passed H.R. 4217, the bill extending FAA programs and excise taxes through March 31, 2010.
The current extension expires at the end of the 2009.
The extension provides $2 billion in AIP contract authority for the first six months of the year.
H.R.4217
Title: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the funding and expenditure authority of the Airport and Airway Trust Fund, to amend title 49, United States Code, to extend authorizations for the airport improvement program, and for other purposes.
Sponsor: Rep Rangel, Charles B. [NY-15](introduced 12/8/2009)
Cosponsors (6)
Latest Major Action: 12/10/2009 Passed/agreed to in Senate.
Status: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.