Washington, Jan. 9 -- Representative Sharice Davids issued the following press release:

Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has awarded a total of $1,516,174 for infrastructure upgrades at two local airports in Johnson County. This new funding was made possible by the bipartisan infrastructure law, which Davids was the only member of the Kansas delegation to support.

"Johnson County sits at the heart of the country, giving our community a real chance to lead in transportation and logistics," said Davids. "These airport upgrades from the bipartisan infrastructure law will boost safety, strengthen local businesses, create good-paying jobs, and help our region grow and thrive for years t...