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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Construction of a new east-west corridor in Bossier Parish is being funded by a $25 million federal grant, U.S. Congressman Mike Johnson’s office said Monday in a news release.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The grant award is among nearly $26 million in funding awarded for road safety and connectivity through the BUILD (Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development) grant program and the U.S. Department of Transportation.\u00a0<\/p>\n

In addition to Bossier’s money, Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development is getting $640,000 for the Interstate 10\/Interstate 12 corridor truck parking study.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"Winfield<\/p>\n

The point where Winfield Road ends in Bossier Parish.<\/p>\n

The Bossier project includes construction of a new roadway serving an east-west connection extending Winfield Road beyond its current terminus at Bellevue Road to connect with Benton Road.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Department of Transportation\u2019s announcement of nearly $26 million in federal infrastructure funding in Louisiana\u2019s Fourth Congressional District is welcome news. These grants are not only a blessing for residents of the Fourth District and for Louisiana, but also for the many individuals who traverse our roads daily,\u201d\u00a0Johnson said in the release. “It is investments like these that make the continued rapid growth of the state and Bossier Parish possible. I look forward to the completion of these projects, which will ease traffic and improve connectivity in Bossier Parish and enhance safety along the I-10\/I-12 Corridor. I thank Secretary Duffy for his leadership and thoughtful stewardship of taxpayer resources at the Department of Transportation.”<\/p>\n

Bossier Parish Police Jury President Tom Salzer said the investment will allow the parish to strengthen the transportation network, support Barksdale Air Force Base and its mission and encourage economic growth.\u00a0<\/p>\n

“The fact that Bossier Parish was selected as a recipient from among projects funded through the Department\u2019s $1.73 billion nationwide BUILD grant program speaks to the importance of our project and the value it will bring to residents, businesses, and visitors alike. Reliable infrastructure is essential to maintaining our quality of life and ensuring that Bossier Parish remains a competitive place to live, work, and invest. This funding will help us address current transportation needs while positioning our community for future success. We appreciate the partnership of our federal, state, and local stakeholders, and especially Speaker of the House Mike Johnson and Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry, who helped make this award possible. We look forward to moving this project forward and delivering lasting benefits for the people of Bossier Parish for generations to come,\u201d\u00a0Salzer said.<\/p>\n

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