Mrvan Project Requests Included in FY 2023 House-Approved Appropriations Measures

Washington, DC – Last week, the House approved a package of several Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 appropriations measures that included $18 million for investments in projects requested by Congressman Mrvan.  

Congressman Mrvan stated, “I am grateful for the ability to collaborate with local units of government, nonprofit organizations, and institutions of higher education to effectively advocate in a transparent fashion for these eligible projects.  I look forward to continuing to work with my colleagues in the House and Senate to see that this appropriations package and all of the appropriations measures are completed as soon as possible so that we can continue our Constitutional work to fund the government and advance the needs of our districts.” 

Congressman Mrvan’s requests included in the House-approved appropriations package are specified below.

• $4,500,000 – Calumet Region Environmental Infrastructure

Funding will assist with environmental infrastructure improvements to address critical water, sanitary sewer, and stormwater sewer infrastructure improvements designed to alleviate deteriorated conditions, increase the efficacy of existing systems, and improve water quality impacts.

• $2,700,000 – Indiana Shoreline

Funding will be provided to the USACE to assist with the shoreline restoration within the Indiana Dunes National Park near Mount Baldy in Michigan City, and protect this incredible economic asset and environmental resource for Northwest Indiana from erosion.

• $922,000 – Burns Waterway Small Boat Harbor

Funding allocated will allow the USACE-Chicago District to address the needs of Burns Waterway Small Boat Harbor in Portage, Indiana and support operations and maintenance.  Improvements made will support economic development within the City of Portage driven by its proximity to Lake Michigan and the availability of the harbor.

• $1,026,000 – Michigan City Harbor

Funding allocated will allow the USACE-Chicago District to address the needs of Michigan City Harbor and support operations and maintenance.  Improvements made will support economic development within the City of Michigan City driven by its proximity to Lake Michigan and the availability of the harbor.

• $4,000,000 – Gary/Chicago International Airport  

Funding will assist the Gary Chicago International Airport expand and construct a heavy cargo logistics apron for multiple users. 

• $2,360,000 – Portage/Central Avenue

Funding will assist the City of Portage to pursue additional phases of its Central Avenue Reconstruction Project. 

• $750,000 – Fair Haven/Acquisition and Renovation 

Funding will assist Fair Haven in its efforts to provide safe and stable housing for adults who are fleeing or attempting to flee from dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking.

• $310,000 – Opportunity Enterprises

Funding will assist Opportunity Enterprises to acquire equipment and technology to enhance  the quality of services provided through the Lakeside Respite Center, improving the quality of life for individuals with disabilities and their families.

• $1,525,000 – Paladin

Funding will assist Paladin with the rehabilitation and repurposing of its facility, including accessibility alterations, modernization of classrooms to provide appropriate engagement activities to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ADA updates and sensory-friendly spaces to support the community. 

For additional information on Congressman Mrvan’s FY 2023 Community Project Funding requests, click here.

For additional information from the House Appropriations Committee, click here. 

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