Statement from Mark Longo, Director of the Engineers Labor-Employer Cooperative, on Newark Airport Overhaul:

“I applaud the Port Authority for their vision and leadership in making this comprehensive overhaul of Newark Airport’s outdated facilities a reality. It takes real foresight to approve an investment like this, which will generate billions in economic benefit for the region while dramatically improving the travel experience for New Jerseyans. The project will create tens of thousands of jobs, directly contribute over $4 billion in economic activity and welcome millions of passengers every year. Even better, the Port Authority is moving quickly to bring these improvements to New Jersey – with the facility ready to open in 2021. This is the kind of smart, forward-thinking infrastructure improvement we need.”

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