RELEASE: HILL & BOOZMAN ANNOUNCE $3 MILLION GRANT TO LITTLE ROCK PORT AUTHORITY

Statement

Today, Rep. French Hill (AR-02), along with Senator John Boozman (R-AR), announced the Little Rock Port Authority as the recipient of a U.S. Department of Transportation Port Infrastructure Development Program grant funded by Fiscal Year 2021 appropriations. This grant, totaling over $3 million will go to restoration and expansion of the port's current barge fleeting capacity on the Arkansas River.

"This grant will aid in expanding our port's capacity and capabilities in its leading role as an economic engine in our region," said Rep. Hill. "This grant will also allow us to ensure the safety of all involved and I am looking forward to seeing what is next for the Port of Little Rock."

"Upgrading the Little Rock Port's barge fleeting capacity will enhance safety and capability, increase our state's industrial output, and ensure that economic activity continues flowing uninterrupted," said Sen. Boozman. "I'm pleased this project is getting needed federal investment to improve the port's operations."

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