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1968 Senate Hearing on Aircraft Noise Regulation

Original title: Aircraft noise abatement regulation: hearing before the Aviation Subcommittee of the Committee on Commerce, United States Senate, Ninetieth Congress, second session, on S. 707 and H.R. 3400, to amend the Federal aviation act of 1958, to authorize aircraft noise abatement regulation, and for other purposes, June 17, 1968.

July 20, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This hearing represents the legislative foundation for federal aircraft noise standards, which ultimately determine the noise exposure levels for residents living near airports across the United States.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Residents living near airports

The proposed regulations aim to control noise levels in areas surrounding airports.

Aviation industry

The industry would be subject to new federal noise abatement standards if the legislation passed.

What changed

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What's next

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Summary

This document is a transcript of a 1968 Senate hearing regarding proposed legislation to grant the federal government authority to regulate aircraft noise levels. The hearing focused on the potential amendment of the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 through bills S. 707 and H.R. 3400.

Key Facts

  • The hearing took place on June 17, 1968, during the second session of the 90th Congress.
  • The primary objective was to discuss authorizing federal aircraft noise abatement regulation.
  • The hearing specifically reviewed two legislative proposals: S. 707 and H.R. 3400.
  • The proposed legislation sought to amend the Federal Aviation Act of 1958.

Why It Matters

This hearing represents the legislative foundation for federal aircraft noise standards, which ultimately determine the noise exposure levels for residents living near airports across the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the purpose of this hearing?
The hearing was held to discuss proposed federal legislation (S. 707 and H.R. 3400) that would allow the government to set regulations for aircraft noise.
When did this hearing occur?
The hearing was held on June 17, 1968.

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Federalization of Noise Control

The hearing marks the transition of aircraft noise regulation from a local or non-existent federal concern to a centralized federal authority under the FAA.

Federal Aviation Act of 1958

Connected Entities

organizationAviation Subcommittee of the Committee on Commerce“The Senate committee conducting the hearing.”Map →
otherFederal Aviation Act of 1958“The existing law targeted for amendment regarding noise abatement.”Map →

Sources

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Analysis Score

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  • Controversy40
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  • Entertainment10
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