Senator Peters Secures Michigan Wins in Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriations Bill

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) helped the Senate Appropriations Committee pass the Fiscal Year 2026 Transportation, Housing, Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. The bipartisan legislation would provide funding for Michigan priorities, high-impact local projects, and federal programs that support key transportation, workforce, and housing initiatives. The legislation would also help bolster auto safety and innovation, as well as safe, reliable air service in Michigan and across the country. The bill now advances to the full Senate.

“This legislation delivers on key priorities for Michigan and our entire country,” said Senator Peters, a member of the Appropriations Committee and Ranking Member of the Commerce Subcommittee on Surface Transportation, Freight, Pipelines, and Safety. “It will allow our communities to improve their infrastructure, design safer transit systems, expand job training opportunities, and build more affordable housing. Every day, I hear from constituents who want to see these commonsense investments in our communities, and this bipartisan bill creates strong opportunities to make it happen.”

“I was also proud to write provisions in the bill to make sure airports can replace their outdated air traffic control towers, and to prevent the Administration from cutting funding for rural airports. These airports are essential to Michigan’s economy and there’s no question that our air travel industry is in desperate need of investment. These provisions will help ensure U.S. air travel is safe and reliable,” Peters continued.

Upgrading Michigan’s Transportation & Shipping Infrastructure

Improving Efficiency at Port of Monroe: Peters secured $3.6 million for infrastructure improvements at the Port of Monroe that would enhance the port’s export capacity, improve logistics efficiency, and strengthen shipping in the Great Lakes region.