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This bill establishes a new grant program administered by the Secretary of Transportation to fund surface transportation infrastructure projects that connect to public airports. Eligible entities, including states, Indian Tribes, and local government units with airport control, can apply for grants to support projects within 5 miles of an airport that reduce congestion, expand capacity, provide access to under-connected areas, or rehabilitate roadway, rail, or transit infrastructure. The bill requires that at least 50% of annual funding go to projects connecting to large hub airports and at least 30% to projects connecting to medium hub airports. Grants can cover highway, bridge, public transportation, and passenger rail projects, with the federal cost share determined by existing transportation funding guidelines. Unique funding provisions allow entities to use TIFIA credit assistance and passenger facility charges to meet matching fund requirements. The bill authorizes $1 billion annually from the Highway Trust Fund for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 to support these airport connection infrastructure improvements, aiming to enhance transportation accessibility and efficiency around airports nationwide.

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