Austin, TX — Senator Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa is pleased to announce that the Texas Transportation Commission has awarded the Port of Corpus Christi a grant of $3,357,868 for the reconstruction of the Mike Carrell roadway and to extend the right turn lane at the intersection of Mike Carrell and the Joe Fulton Corridor.

As vice chair of the Senate Finance Committee, Senator Hinojosa has been a strong advocate for funding maritime ports. "Our maritime ports are the lifeblood of the Texas economy, and the Port of Corpus Christi, as the nation’s largest energy export gateway and the third-largest export port for crude oil in the world, plays a key role in our state's economic success," said Senator Hinojosa.

The funding for the grants comes from SB 1, the General Appropriations Act, which included $40 million for the Port Access Improvement Grant Program to improve connectivity to Texas ports. Projects are selected by the Port Authority Advisory Committee and approved by the Texas Transportation Commission.

"This grant, along with the $1.2 million local match from the Port, will accelerate the completion of this important project to further support the Port and its customers," said Senator Hinojosa. "I appreciate the leadership of Chairman David Engel and am thankful to all Port staff for their tireless work and dedication. I will continue advocating and supporting the Port of Corpus Christi and I look forward to seeing the positive impact of this investment."

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