HOUSTON – Fliers who frequent Houston’s two major airports can look forward to modernized restroom facilities and other upgrades in their traveling future. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced $970 million in grants have been awarded to 114 airports across the country. The announcement includes money for Hobby and Bush Intercontinental Airports.
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According to the FAA, William P. Hobby Airport is awarded $3.6 million. This project will add new gates and baggage systems. ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) access will be improved with wheelchair-turning clearances in restrooms, video relay services, animal-relief areas, hearing loops and sensory rooms as well as adult changing and mother’s rooms. Energy efficient enhancements include new lighting, high-efficiency insulation and energy efficient glass in pursuit of Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver standards.
“Under this administration, we are doing more to improve the travel experience than ever before, from expanding consumer protections to modernizing the physical infrastructure,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “These investments we’re announcing today, made possible by President Biden’s historic infrastructure package, will make it easier for passengers to get to and through airports, create jobs, and increase safety for all.”
At Bush Intercontinental Airport, airport administrators took to social media to announce the news.
IAH will receive $5 million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law grant from the FAA.
These funds will pave the way for expanding, reconstructing, and modernizing at least 10 airside restroom facilities in Terminals A and D to continue to enhance the guest experience. Thank you to the FAA for their support and for ensuring world-class facilities for all travelers.
— Bush Intercontinental Airport (@iah) February 15, 2024
‘These funds will pave the way for expanding, reconstructing, and modernizing at least 10 airside restroom facilities in Terminals A and D to continue to enhance the guest experience.’
A complete list of airports receiving funding can be found online.