The bill establishes the State Aviation Commission, which will be administratively attached to the Department of Transportation. The commission will consist of five members, including the secretary of transportation and four appointees by the governor, who must be either current or former airport managers or certified pilots. The commission is tasked with determining policy matters for the Aviation Division, which will operate independently but under the commission's oversight. The bill outlines the commission's meeting requirements, voting procedures, and the compensation structure for its members.

Additionally, the bill amends existing definitions and provisions within the Aviation Act, including the powers and duties of the Aviation Division. It specifies that the division will adhere to commission policies, submit budget requests, and report to the commission as required. The division will also have the authority to purchase and operate a propeller-driven aircraft for official purposes. The effective date for the provisions of this act is set for July 1, 2025, with a requirement for the governor to appoint the initial commissioners by December 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 64-1-12, 64-1-13, 64-1-14, 64-1-15, 64-1-19