Coastal Summit Generates News Around the State

With over 60 state legislators in Mobile February 28 - March 1, several news organizations highlighted the efforts of coastal partners to educate our state leaders on the role coastal Alabama plays for the state. The program included tours of Alabama’s Seaport, including the Alabama State Port Authority’s public facilities, Austal and other industry terminals; University of South Alabama Mitchell Cancer Institute; Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley; and Airbus’ Final Assembly Line.

From Lagniappe:

Gov. Kay Ivey unveils increased gas tax bill

From Yellowhammer.com:

Sen. Shelby to state leaders: Port of Mobile project ‘a game-changer’ for entire state

From AL.com:

Gas tax hike could fuel ship channel enlargement in Mobile

From Lagniappe:

Weighing a gas tax increase, state legislators get port pitch