Biden Administration Allocates $970 Million for Airport Infrastructure Upgrades

The funding, part of a $5 billion program under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, aims to modernize terminals and enhance passenger experiences.

The Biden administration has allocated $970 million in grants to 114 airports across the U.S. for infrastructure improvements.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport receives the largest grant of $50 million for a project to connect terminals behind security checkpoints.
The grants are part of a $5 billion program under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to modernize airport terminals.
More than 600 applications were submitted, with requests totaling $14 billion, highlighting the high demand for airport infrastructure funding.
The funding aims to enhance passenger experiences through wider concourses, new baggage systems, and more efficient security checkpoints.