Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew announced that, through the latest federal appropriations packages, South Jersey is set to receive more than $48 million in federal funding for local infrastructure, workforce development, emergency preparedness, and aviation investment.

"I am proud to keep bringing historic funding back to South Jersey to make our communities better and stronger," said Congressman Van Drew. "We are fixing infrastructure that has been neglected for too long and making sure we are preparing people for the next generation of jobs, particularly in healthcare and aviation. The FAA Tech Center especially is a major driver of jobs and innovation here in South Jersey, as well as a key part of our national aviation system, which is why I have made it a priority to keep it strong and competitive. When we invest the right way, we keep New Jersey at the forefront of what matters."

Projects Receiving Funding:

FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center Improvements, $43 million- Provides funding for sustainment and infrastructure improvements at the Tech Center, including upgrades to electrical systems and resiliency projects.

Atlantic Cape Community College Capital Fund, $3 million- Supports the creation of a dental hygiene school, expanding access to healthcare education and local career opportunities.

Aviation Maintenance Training Academy, $1 million- Establishes an Aviation Maintenance Training Academy at the Atlantic City International Airport in conjunction with the Atlantic County Economic Alliance, the U.S. Air Force, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, the National Aviation Research and Technology Park, and aviation businesses. This will create a pipeline for workers and former military personnel to gain skills and access job opportunities in lucrative private sector aircraft maintenance positions.

Emergency Shelter Water Supply for the City of Vineland, $1.624 million- Supports the design and construction of additional sewer and water capacity to support the FEMA-designated emergency shelter at St. Augustine's in Richland.