Hagedorn Announces U.S. Department of Transportation Grant to Mankato Regional Airport
Press Release
Congressman Jim Hagedorn (MN-01) announced today that the Mankato Regional Airport has received a $1,965,000 federal grant for the construction of a holding bay and taxiway, as well as the reconstruction of a taxilane.
The funding is allocated by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Aviation Administration as part of its Airport Improvement Program. This grant program strengthens aviation infrastructure by funding projects such as runways, taxiways, airport signage, and lighting.
Rep. Hagedorn issued the following statement:
"Transportation and the safety of southern Minnesota airports are critical for regional development and the local economy. The Mankato Regional Airport is deserving of these dollars to fund necessary improvements. The investment will be put to good use to make necessary changes to the airfield and updating the airport's runways, one of which was used by Air Force One last year. Additionally, I will continue to work with all involved to gain funding for a new control tower, either a physical or digital tower. The Mankato Regional Airport is our state's busiest airport without a tower, and we must maintain safety as the airport and pilot education training programs continue to grow. Upgrading the Mankato Regional Airport remains one of my top infrastructure priorities that will benefit southern Minnesota."
Jim Hagedorn was reelected in 2020 to serve Minnesota's First District in the U.S. House of Representatives for a second term. He grew up on his family's grain and livestock farm near Truman. Jim's father, former Congressman Tom Hagedorn (MN-02), grandfather, and great-grandfather were all southern Minnesota farmers, and Jim resides in the rural community of Blue Earth. During his time in Congress, Hagedorn has consistently fought for the conservative principles that have made America the greatest nation in the history of the world and championed legislation to promote the First District's primary industries and job creators -- farming, small business and medical care. Hagedorn is a member of the House Committees on Agriculture and Small Business.
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