Submitted by United States Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana
WASHINGTON (July 1, 2024) – United States Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will grant Louisiana $2,640,002.00 to improve local airports from his Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).
“Louisiana’s airports are key to our economic growth,” said Dr. Cassidy. “The infrastructure law continues to provide funding to build an economy for 2050.”
| Grant Awarded | Recipient | Project Description |
| $1,575,000.00 | Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport | This grant will provide federal funding to improve the HVAC system in the existing terminal. |
| $400,002.00 | City of Natchitoches | This grant will provide federal funding to expand an existing pump fuel facility by adding a fuel tank and self-service card reader. |
| $385,000.00 | City of Bogalusa | This grant will provide federal funding to rehabilitate the main apron pavement to maintain structural integrity and minimize debris. |
| $280,000.00 | Airport Authority District No. 1 Calcasieu Parish | This grant will provide federal funding for a new sweeper vehicle to enhance safety. |
