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State of Mississippi, 3 Gulf Coast counties receive $51.8M in GOMESA funds
The state of Mississippi and three Gulf Coast counties have been awarded more than $51.8 million for coastal conservation, restoration, and hazard mitigation activities.
The funding represents Mississippi's share of revenues generated through the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act (GOMESA), with the Magnolia State expected to receive $41,470,571 in FY2022 funding. Additionally, Jackson County will be given $4,321,386, Harrison County $4,082,132, and Hancock County $1,964,124.
“As we know, Mississippi is no stranger to natural disasters. GOMESA revenues do much to not only shore up our coast with hurricane protection programs, but it also supports infrastructure, coastal conservation, and restoration projects,” said Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith, who serves on the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee.
The U.S. Department of the Interior administers the GOMESA revenue-sharing program that provides funding to Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabama, and Texas based on …
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By: Alyssa Arbuckle
Title: State of Mississippi, 3 Gulf Coast counties receive $51.8M in GOMESA funds
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Published Date: Fri, 31 Mar 2023 00:11:49 +0000
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