Congressman Gonzalez Announces $1.4 Million EDA Investment for an Industrial Park and Transportation Hub in Kleberg County

Kingsville, Texas– Today, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-34) announced that Kleberg County has been awarded a $1,400,000 investment from the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) for the construction of a 14.5-acre industrial park and transportation hub. This project is part of EDA’s 2023 Disaster Supplement Funding program which aims to boost industrial business growth in response to recent natural disasters. 

“This investment by the EDA is a significant step forward for Kleberg County,” said Congressman Gonzalez.” The development of this industrial park and transportation hub is estimated to create over 2,500 jobs and raise over $1 billion in private investments. “These infrastructure projects will boost our local economy for the next decades and play a crucial role in the future growth of Kleberg County and our community as a whole.” 
 
EDA grants are awarded through a competitive process based upon the application’s merit, the applicant’s eligibility, and the availability of funds. For more information on the EDA’s grant process and investment process, visit www.eda.gov.