Atlantic City airport gets expansion funds

The House of Representatives has approved $1 million in funding for the Atlantic City International Airport.

The allocation, part of a fiscal year 2007 Transportation Appropriations bill, will expand the existing apron and improve drainage, taxiway lighting and pavement markings to enhance safety and capacity at the airport.

"With more than a million people traveling to and from Atlantic City via air travel last year alone, this federal support is critical to expanding the operations and facilities while improving safety and security at the airport," said U.S. Rep. Frank A. LoBiondo, R-Ventnor.

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