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Expanding Regional Airports Act

USA119th CongressHR-3085| House 
| Updated: 4/29/2025
Gabe Vasquez

Gabe Vasquez

Democratic Representative

New Mexico

Cosponsors (1)
Tracey Mann (Republican)

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Aviation Subcommittee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The "Expanding Regional Airports Act" establishes a new grant program under the Secretary of Transportation to improve passenger and flight capacity at underserved regional airports. This program will provide financial assistance to eligible general aviation or nonprimary commercial service airports that serve communities with populations of at least 75,000 residents. The grants, ranging from 3 to 10 awards annually , can be utilized for a variety of critical infrastructure projects. These include runway lengthening , expanding passenger and property screening facilities, constructing hangars, and enhancing overall passenger amenities. Furthermore, funds may cover expenses related to complying with essential operational and security requirements, with $50,000,000 authorized for appropriation each fiscal year to support these vital improvements.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-2916
Expanding Regional Airports Act
Apr 29, 2025
Introduced in House
Apr 29, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Apr 29, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-2916
    Expanding Regional Airports Act


  • April 29, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • April 29, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.


  • April 29, 2025
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.

Transportation and Public Works

Expanding Regional Airports Act

USA119th CongressHR-3085| House 
| Updated: 4/29/2025
The "Expanding Regional Airports Act" establishes a new grant program under the Secretary of Transportation to improve passenger and flight capacity at underserved regional airports. This program will provide financial assistance to eligible general aviation or nonprimary commercial service airports that serve communities with populations of at least 75,000 residents. The grants, ranging from 3 to 10 awards annually , can be utilized for a variety of critical infrastructure projects. These include runway lengthening , expanding passenger and property screening facilities, constructing hangars, and enhancing overall passenger amenities. Furthermore, funds may cover expenses related to complying with essential operational and security requirements, with $50,000,000 authorized for appropriation each fiscal year to support these vital improvements.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-2916
Expanding Regional Airports Act
Apr 29, 2025
Introduced in House
Apr 29, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Apr 29, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-2916
    Expanding Regional Airports Act


  • April 29, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • April 29, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.


  • April 29, 2025
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
Gabe Vasquez

Gabe Vasquez

Democratic Representative

New Mexico

Cosponsors (1)
Tracey Mann (Republican)

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Aviation Subcommittee

Transportation and Public Works

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted