Cassidy Announces $9.9 Million for Louisiana Airports from His Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced the Department of Transportation (DOT) will grant three Louisiana airports a total of $9,900,000.00 from his Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). The funding will support airport improvements, including a new road at connecting the north terminal at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport with the rental car facilities. Since last fall, Louisiana airports have received a total of $58.1 million in IIJA funding, with more expected over the next three years.

“By investing in our airports, Louisiana is investing in our economy while making the state attractive for business,” said Dr. Cassidy. “The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act continues to deliver for communities across Louisiana.”

Grant Awarded	Recipient	Project Description
$8,000,000.00	Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport	This grant will provide federal funding for preparation work and construction of a road from a terminal to parking lots and rental car facilities.
$500,000.00	Chennault International Airport	This grant will provide federal funding for replacement of the exterior metal panel rainscreen on the ATCT.
$1,400,000.00	Esler Regional Airport	This grant will provide federal funding for the replacement of a HVAC system, roof and windows.

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