Congressman Harris Announces $5.58 Million for Easton Airport Runway Improvement Project

July 3, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded $5,580,000 to Easton Airport in Talbot County through the Airport Improvement Program. The awards include $3,396,293 for runway paving and expansion of the Runway 4/22 safety area and $2,183,707 for additional runway paving and a 900-foot extension of Runway 4/22. Together, the projects will improve safety and bring the runway into conformity with current FAA standards. Statement from Congressman Harris: "Easton Airport is a key part of Maryland's Eastern Shore transportation network. These FAA investments will advance critical runway improvements, and I'm proud to have helped deliver the funding needed to keep the project on track." For media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov Issues : Economy