(Washington, D.C.) – Area Congresswoman Erin Houchin says six Community Project Funding requests totaling more than $5 million in Indiana’s Ninth Congressional District have been approved by the House Appropriations Committee after previously advancing through the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Subcommittee.
Local projects include:
- $1,000,000 for Town of Versailles Sanitary Sewer Improvements: Funding will help modernize Versailles’ aging wastewater infrastructure through upgrades to its wastewater treatment plant, lift stations, and sanitary sewer system, improving reliability and reducing costly emergency repairs.
- $1,000,000 for Town of Laurel Water Line Extension Project: Funding will expand water infrastructure between Laurel and the Lake View community through the construction of new water lines, a water storage tank, and a booster station.
- $1,000,000 for Town of Sunman Drinking Water Improvement Project: Funding will support critical upgrades to Sunman’s drinking water infrastructure, including improvements to water wells, storage tanks, water mains, and other aging infrastructure prone to leaks and water quality concerns.
Also in Southeastern Indiana:
- $700,000 for Greendale Water Treatment Plant Upgrade: Funding will support upgrades to Greendale’s water treatment plant, increasing capacity and improving reliability for nearly 10,000 residents and customers.
Funds for projects in Bloomington and Nashville also received the green light from the committee.
“These projects address critical infrastructure needs identified by local communities across Indiana’s Ninth District,” said Rep. Houchin. “From improving drinking water systems to upgrading wastewater infrastructure, these investments will strengthen public health, support economic development, and improve quality of life for residents throughout Southeastern Indiana. I was proud to advocate for these projects and am pleased to see them move through the appropriations process.”
Community Project Funding allows Members of Congress to advocate for projects requested by local governments and community stakeholders that address specific local needs.
These projects will now be considered as part of the Fiscal Year 2027 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act and must pass the full House of Representatives, the United States Senate, and be signed into law before funding is finalized.
