Lipinski Pushes for FAA Reauthorization
Long-term reauthorization bill must pass to secure FAA funding for projects, including upgrades to Lewis University Airport.
Congressman Dan Lipinski said Wednesday that he continues to push for the long-term reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) after a five-year delay that has stalled airport projects including plans to rebuild a 20-year-old runway at Lewis University Airport in Romeoville. Lipinski, D-3rd District, who is seeking re-election, said the reauthorization will create jobs, save money and reduce air traffic delays. In a press release, Lipinski said the legislation is crucial to the Chicago area: Passage of this measure is of critical importance to the Chicago region, which depends on Midway and O’Hare airports for $45 billion in economic activity and 540,000 jobs. It will also provide grants for which smaller airports can …
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