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Bill to Name New Mississippi River Bridge After President Trump Moves Forward
Louisiana House approved HB 221, aiming to secure federal funding for the $3 billion Mississippi River bridge and avoid tolls by naming it after former President Trump.
- On Monday, March 23, the Louisiana House approved House Bill 221 by a 68-26 vote, advancing legislation to name a proposed $3 billion Mississippi River bridge after President Donald Trump.
- Michael Echols introduced the bill, arguing that attaching Trump's name would secure federal funding for the project, which Louisiana leaders have pursued for 30 years without finalized financing.
- About $400 million has been invested by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, though the total project cost could reach $4 billion. Officials are evaluating three potential bridge sites.
- Headed to the Senate, the proposal faces further debate among lawmakers also dominated by Republicans. State officials hope the naming strategy will secure funding to eliminate the need for tolls.
- Federal funding must be secured by January 20, 2029, for the bridge to officially bear Trump's name, a deadline that coincides with the next presidential inauguration.
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New Louisiana bridge named after Trump passes state house
A new bridge spanning the Mississippi River will likely be named after President Donald Trump after the full Louisiana state house approved the bill to build the bridge, which could cost as much as $3 billion, WWL radio reported Tuesday. State Rep. Jeremy Lacombe said that they're hoping that they can get federal funding for the bridge to be built, and that naming if after Trump might help. “We need this bridge more than anything," he said. "We …
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