SPOKANE, Wash. — Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-WA) will hold a press conference at Spokane International Airport on Wednesday to highlight the need for the facility’s airport terminal program grant.

This competitive grant would help fund the Spokane Airport Terminal Renovation and Expansion Project. Cantwell will discuss how the program will benefit the region and its local economy, while hosting a Q&A with reporters.

The expansion project is scheduled to begin in August, and with funding from the ATP, the airport can begin Phase I. This will add three additional gates, expand the ticketing area, upgrade mechanical and HVAC systems, and consolidate the baggage system, improving overall accessibility.

Cantwell previously secured $16 million for Spokane Regional Airport in Airport Rescue Grants to help overcome the COVID-19 pandemic.

Senator Cantwell, Spokane Regional Airport CEO Larry Krauter, Spokane Airport Board Chairman Collins Sprague, and many others will be in attendance.

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