StART Election Impacts Presentation 12-18-24

Impacts of the November 2024 Elections on StART Policy Priorities Eric Schinfeld, Sr. Manager, Federal & International Government Relations, Port of Seattle John Flanagan, Manager, State Government Relations, Port of Seattle Federal Overview • Full Republican control in Washington, DC: White House, Senate, and House of Representatives, but limited opportunity for major legislation – 53 to 47 Republican Majority in the Senate – 220-215 Republican Majority in the House* • New Administration means new Cabinet Members and policy priorities – Current FAA Administrator is serving a 5 year term, but chose to resign on 1/20/25 – Top Administration priorities include immigration restrictions, budget cuts, tariffs, regulatory reform (especially in light of Chevron repeal), tax cuts – Likely to be deemphasized: environmental considerations, new grant programs, non-defense spending, equity efforts *Several Republican resignations means that this will be an even smaller margin for the first few months. Federal Policy & Fiscal Implications • Secondary Noise Insulation • Status: Language in the Senate FY25 Transportation Appropriations bill would allow SEA to use federal funds to repair and replace sound insulation in certain homes • Election Impact: FY25 appropriations are delayed until March so that the new Administration can have its mark on spending. However, if a full year spending bill is ultimately passed, this language will go into effect. • FAA Noise Policy Review • Status: The 2024 FAA Reauthorization Act includes direction for creation of an Aircraft Noise Advisory Committee (ANAC) and a deadline for action. • Election Impact: The FAA…

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