Supporting Peoria police

I had the opportunity to visit with Peoria Police Chief Eric Echevarria and officers last week to thank them for their work keeping us safe. I also announced funding that I am working to secure in Congress to fund technology upgrades for the department and first responders in Peoria! Each and everyday, we are grateful to the men and women in Peoria's Police Department who work to protect our communities. 

Read more: WEEK: Lawmakers pushing to upgrade Peoria dispatch systems

Peoria Airport to get new air traffic control tower

Last week, the Peoria International Airport received funding for a new air traffic control tower, following years of bipartisan advocacy in Congress. The Peoria International Airport is a key transportation hub for our community in central Illinois, and home to Illinois' 182nd Airlift Wing. A new air traffic control tower is long overdue, and improvements made with this funding will ensure the airport remains operable, continues to modernize, and avoids unnecessary disruptions. I was proud to advocate on behalf of PIA's application, and I will continue to be a champion for the airport in Congress.

Read more: WMBD: Feds fund replacement of PIA control tower

Meeting with local leaders in central Illinois

Peoria Heights Mayor Mike Phelan and Village Board member Beth Khazzam visited our office to talk about economic development. I appreciate their vision and leadership, and look forward to working with them to help improve Prospect Road and continue development in the Heights!

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Sincerely,

Darin LaHood
Member of Congress