This document summarizes a April 5, 2021 meeting of the StART Federal Policy Working Group, which advises on cooperation between the Port of Seattle and communities near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Guest speaker Annie Russo of Airports Council International outlined 2021 legislative opportunities related to aircraft noise and emissions, including the Biden infrastructure plan, annual appropriations earmarks, and the upcoming FAA Reauthorization Act. Port of Seattle staff also provided updates on expanding sound insulation eligibility for pre-1993 residences, a $2.5 million earmark request for re-insulation, and upcoming virtual meetings with congressional staff.Open full document
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Meeting summary of the StART Federal Policy Working Group held via Zoom on April 5, 2021. Guest speaker Annie Russo from Airports Council International – North America presented on potential aircraft noise and emissions policy opportunities, including the Biden infrastructure plan, annual appropriations, and FAA Reauthorization Act. Port of Seattle’s Eric Schinfeld provided policy updates on Airport Improvement Program eligibility expansion for sound insulation, a letter to the FAA regarding noise research, and upcoming Virtual DC Fly-ins.