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U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell, AL-07, announced Wednesday that the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport and the Montgomery Regional Airport will each receive $5 million, for a total of $10 million in federal funding, to make improvements to the airports’ infrastructure. Funding for these grants comes from the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) program, made possible by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
“I’m excited to welcome $10 million in federal funding to make improvements to the Birmingham and Montgomery airports!” celebrated Rep. Sewell. “Thanks to the Biden-Harris Administration, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is once again delivering results for Alabama’s 7th Congressional District by investing in airport facilities that will enhance travel for those who visit and live in our communities.”
In Birmingham, this grant will be used to rehabilitate 10 restrooms and a Service Animal Relief Area at the airport, enhancing the airport’s compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
“I am extremely grateful to the federal government, Congresswoman Terri Sewell, and all our elected leaders for assisting the airport in securing this grant so we can continue to deliver the quality service that our customers expect and deserve,” said Ron Mathieu, President and CEO of the Birmingham Airport Authority. “This special $5 million grant through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will enable us to make improvements to many of our public restrooms and to the Service Animal Relief Area in the terminal—all in compliance with ADA requirements.”
In Montgomery, this funding will be used to replace the inbound baggage system and the escalator, which have reached the end of their useful lives.
“Thank you to the FAA for recognizing the importance of this project to improve the passenger experience at Montgomery,” said Robert H. Gould, Montgomery Airport Authority Chairman.
“I would like to express my gratitude to our entire federal delegation, including Congresswoman Sewell, the FAA, and the MGM Board for their unwavering efforts in supporting Alabama’s air travel requirements,” said Wade A. Davis, CM, Executive Director of MGM. “This project will enhance capacity and provide significant benefits to regional air travelers for many years to come.”
President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law included $25 billion for airport improvements like the ones being funded in Birmingham and Montgomery. The Airport Improvement Program provides grants for airport infrastructure projects such as runways, taxiways, airport signage, airport lighting, and airport markings, all strengthening our nation’s aviation infrastructure.
