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Bill Summary · HB 1087

Summary of Bill HB 1087 (Session 2025, North Carolina)

Title

Smith Reynolds Airport Hangar Improvements

Purpose and Intent

HB 1087 proposes to fund renovation, structural repairs, modernization, and essential infrastructure enhancements of hangar facilities at Smith Reynolds Airport. The bill directs nonrecurring General Fund appropriations to support capital improvements at the airport facilities in Forsyth County.

Key Provisions and Allocations

  • Funding Source: General Fund appropriations to the Department of Transportation (DOT), Division of Aviation.
  • Funding Type: Nonrecurring (one-time) funds.
  • Fiscal Year Covered: 2026-2027.
  • Allocation to Forsyth County: Funds are to be allocated specifically for hangar facilities at Smith Reynolds Airport, not for ongoing operating costs.
  • Specific Allocations (FY 2026-27):
    • Hangar Facility at 4001 North Liberty Street: $11,500,000
    • Hangar Facility at 3820 North Liberty Street: $4,000,000

Affected Entities

  • Primary Beneficiary: Forsyth County, North Carolina.
  • Facilities Involved: Hangar facilities at Smith Reynolds Airport (addresses 4001 North Liberty Street and 3820 North Liberty Street).
  • Agency Responsible: North Carolina Department of Transportation, Division of Aviation (for administration and execution of the improvement projects).

Effective Date and Timeline

  • Effective Date: July 1, 2026.
  • Implementation Timing: The act provides funding for the 2026-2027 fiscal year; exact project start dates and implementation milestones would be determined by the DOT in accordance with state procurement and capital project procedures.

Significance and Impact

  • Infrastructure Upgrades: Aims to modernize and strengthen hangar infrastructure, including renovations and structural repairs, to support safe and efficient aviation operations at Smith Reynolds Airport.
  • Capital Investments: Substantial one-time capital investments totaling $15.5 million are directed to hangar facilities, potentially improving storage capacity, protection of aircraft, and facility resilience.
  • Public Benefit: Enhanced aviation infrastructure can support economic activity, aviation services, and potential aviation-related jobs in Forsyth County, while improving facilities for users of Smith Reynolds Airport.

Notes

  • The bill is designated as a public act and is sponsored by Representative K. Brown, with co-sponsors Rep. Robert Reives, Rep. Amber Baker, and Rep. Kanika Brown.
  • The bill has a straightforward appropriations structure for two listed hangar facilities and does not specify other uses of the funds or ongoing operating support.
  • The text indicates the funds are nonrecurring and targeted to capital improvements rather than maintenance or general operations.

If you’d like, I can provide a brief comparison to typical DOT capital improvement funding streams or outline potential procurement considerations and reporting requirements likely to accompany such an appropriation.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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