Army Corps invites river folks to chat about barge funding
Published Date: 3/6/2025
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Summary
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is holding a public meeting for the Inland Waterways Users Board, where they’ll discuss important updates about inland waterway projects. This affects businesses and communities that rely on river transport, with potential changes that could impact funding and project timing. Everyone interested can join in and learn more about how these waterways will be managed and improved.
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