Grassley said $11.8 million will go to the Sioux Gateway Airport to upgrade an aircraft maintenance hangar, shops and operations facility. The Des Moines Airfield will receive $6 million to upgrade airfield facilities used by the National Guard including one apron, one weapons loading and unloading area, one taxiway and two new arresting cable locations.
The Iowa Army National Guard will also receive $4.252 million for the Readiness Center at Boone. The funding will help the facility with renovation to support the mission of the assigned infantry, aviation, and headquarters units due to the lack of administrative, classroom, kitchen and storage areas.
"The upgrades would allow National Guard personnel to get their planes in the air swiftly and safely. The improved operations also mean reduced delays for both military and civilian aircraft," Grassley said. "The money for the Boone facility will provide a much needed renovation so it can meet the needs for which it was built."
The full Senate is expected to consider the legislation before the Senate adjourns the 107th Congress. The bill will then be sent to the President for his signature.