Texas Governor Announces $1.5M Grant to TexAmericas Center

TexAmericas Center is excited to announce the receipt of a $1.5 million grant from the Texas Governor’s office today. This grant funding is part of the Texas Military Preparedness Commission’s Defense Economic Adjustment Assistance Grant (DEAAG) program, totaling $15.4 million for infrastructure projects in military communities. 

Governor Abbott highlighted Texas' longstanding support for military families and missions, emphasizing the significant economic contributions of the state's 15 major military installations. The $114 billion impact on the Texas economy and the support of over 622,000 jobs underscore the vital role these installations play in national defense.

TexAmericas Center, situated on the former Lone Star Army Ammunition Plant and the active Red River Army Depot, will allocate the grant towards enhancing its logistics capabilities. This strategic investment aims to further solidify TexAmericas Center's position as a crucial hub for military-related activities and contribute to the overall success of military missions in the region.

“We’re thrilled to receive this funding and look forward to using it for enhancing the rail capabilities on our campuses,” said TexAmericas Center CEO Scott Norton. “We thank Gov. Abbott for his continued support and look forward to continuing the Texas legacy of innovation and strength in supporting military operations and families.”

Other Recipients of the grant include:

• City of Harker Heights: $5 million; Fort Cavazos – Railhead Energy Resiliency Project
• Val Verde County: $3.6 million; Laughlin Air Force Base – Construction of Aircraft Sunshades
• City of Fort Worth: $300,000; Naval Air Station Fort Worth - Anti-Terrorism Protection Security System
• City of El Paso: $4.5 million; McGregor Range – Booster Station Replacement Project
• McMullen County: $464,286.21; Naval Air Station Corpus Christi – Relocatable Over The Horizon Radar (ROTHR) Road Access Project

Congratulations to all the recipients but most of all to TexAmericas Center right here in New Boston, TX.

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