Sullivan Named Aviation IN State Representative Of The Year

State Rep. Holli Sullivan (R-Evansville) was recently named State Representative of the Year by Aviation Indiana for her support of the state’s balanced biennial budget, which included funding for local airports.

“When we passed the state’s two-year budget, special emphasis was placed on infrastructure and economic development in our state,” Sullivan said. “By prioritizing funding for our state’s airports, Indiana will be able to invest an additional $1.7 million in revenue in the Airport Development Grant Fund. These funds can be used by INDOT to pursue aviation infrastructure projects. I want to thank Aviation Indiana for this award, and I will continue supporting commonsense policies that invest in our infrastructure, which has a positive impact on our economy.”

Doug Joest, Aviation Indiana president and executive director of the Evansville-Vanderburgh Airport Authority, presented the award to Sullivan at a Southwest Indiana Chamber of Commerce event in Evansville.

“Representative Sullivan was instrumental in passing legislation that created a dedicated fund for airports in the state,” Joest said. “By having a state-dedicated fund that matches grants from the Federal Aviation Administration, airports across the state can better plan federal projects. We think that by having these funds in place, Indiana airports will be in a better position to receive additional federal discretionary funds. She understands the important role aviation serves in helping local businesses connect to their customers. By being connected, this creates jobs in our communities. We appreciate all of Holli’s hard work so that airports can continue to help Hoosier businesses grow.”

Sullivan serves on the House Committee on Ways and Means, which reviews all revenue-related policies and is the primary architect of the state’s biennial budget.

State Rep. Holli Sullivan represents House District 78, which includes portions of Vanderburgh and Warrick counties.

FOOTNOTE: Photo Caption: State Rep. Holli Sullivan (R-Evansville) (left) on Friday, Oct. 20, 2017, receives the State Representative of the Year award from Doug Joest, Aviation Indiana president and executive director of the Evansville-Vanderburgh Airport Authority. Sullivan was recognized for her support of the state’s balanced biennial budget, which included funding for local airports.