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Bill to Extend Galveston Channel

May 25, 2010

Representative Gene Green (D-TX) introduced a bill (H. R. 5329) to modify the project for navigation and environmental restoration, Houston-Galveston Navigation Channels, Texas, authorized by the Water Resources Development Act of 1996, and for other purposes. This bill, if enacted into law, would allow for extension of the boundaries of the Galveston channel approximately 2600 feet beyond Pier 38, if feasible. (5/18/10).

(Source: Bryant’s Maritime News)

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