Lowering Broadband Costs for Consumers Act of 2025

House Bill

H.R. 4032

119th Congress

Lowering Broadband Costs for Consumers Act of 2025

In Committee

Introduced:Jun 17, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Henry Johnson

D - GA

Cosponsors

3

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Transportation and Public Works

Summary

The Hydrogen Aviation Strategy Act directs the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Department of Energy (DOE) to take steps to promote the use of hydrogen to make air travel more environmentally friendly. This includes setting goals, studying the benefits of hydrogen, and establishing an advisory committee to guide these efforts.

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.

Introduced6/17/2025

StatusReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

ChamberHouse

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Lowering Broadband Costs for Consumers Act of 2025

The Hydrogen Aviation Strategy Act directs the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Department of Energy (DOE) to take steps to promote the use of hydrogen to make air travel more environmentally friendly. This includes setting goals, studying the ben

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The Hydrogen Aviation Strategy Act directs the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Department of Energy (DOE) to take steps to promote the use of hydrogen to make air travel more environmentally friendly. This includes setting goals, studying the benefits of hydrogen, and establishing an advisory committee to guide these efforts.

Bill Number: 4032
Introduced: 6/17/2025
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Policy Area: Transportation and Public Works

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Fact Sheet

Title: Lowering Broadband Costs for Consumers Act of 2025
Bill Number: 4032
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Introduced: 6/17/2025
Summary: The Hydrogen Aviation Strategy Act directs the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Department of Energy (DOE) to take steps to promote the use of hydrogen to make air travel more environmentally friendly. This includes setting goals, studying the benefits of hydrogen, and establishing an a

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

The Hydrogen Aviation Strategy Act directs the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Department of Energy (DOE) to take steps to promote the use of hydrogen to make air travel more environmentally friendly. This includes setting goals, studying the benefits of hydrogen, and establishing an advisory committee to guide these efforts.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

Hydrogen Aviation Strategy Act This bill directs the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Department of Energy (DOE) to exercise leadership in the creation of federal and international policies relating to the safe and efficient use of hydrogen to increase aviation decarbonization and reduce air and noise pollution. For example, the FAA and DOE must <ul> <li>establish positions and goals for the use of hydrogen to increase aviation decarbonization; </li> <li>study (through grants, contracts, or interagency agreements) how the use of hydrogen would contribute to aviation decarbonization and air and noise pollution; </li> <li>study ways of accelerating the introduction of hydrogen-powered aircraft; and</li> <li>establish an advisory committee composed of representatives of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, the aerospace industry, aviation suppliers, hydrogen producers, airlines, airport sponsors, fixed base operators, and other stakeholders to advise the Department of Transportation, the FAA, and DOE on related activities.</li> </ul> The FAA must also exercise leadership in the creation of federal regulations, standards, and guidance relating to the safe and efficient use of hydrogen to increase aviation decarbonization and reduce air and noise pollution.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The bill requires the FAA and DOE to set goals and develop policies for using hydrogen to reduce aviation's carbon emissions and air/noise pollution.
The agencies must research and study how hydrogen could be used to make air travel more sustainable, including ways to accelerate the introduction of hydrogen-powered aircraft.
An advisory committee with representatives from the aviation and hydrogen industries will provide input to the government on these hydrogen-related activities.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If this bill becomes law, it could lead to significant changes in the aviation industry. Airplane manufacturers, airlines, and airports would likely have to adapt to new hydrogen-based technologies and regulations. Consumers may eventually see more environmentally-friendly flight options, though the timeline and costs are unclear. Overall, the bill aims to make air travel more sustainable for the future.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Transportation and Public Works

Related Subjects

Advanced technology and technological innovations

Advisory bodies

Air quality

Alternative and renewable resources

Aviation and airports

Climate change and greenhouse gases

Congressional oversight

Motor fuels

Noise pollution

Spacecraft and satellites

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

4032, 119th Congress (2025). "Lowering Broadband Costs for Consumers Act of 2025". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-4032