FY2027

Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies

Project name: Regional Interoperable Radio Communications
Requested amount: $1,800,000
Intended recipient: Deep East Texas Council of Governments
Address of recipient: 1405 Kurth Drive, Lufkin, TX 75904
Project description: The requested amount of $1,800,000 would be used by the Deep East Texas Council of Governments to acquire and install P25-compliant radio transmission equipment at a tower site in Angelina County, Texas, connected to the Texas Wide Area Radio Network. This request is a good use of taxpayer funds because it improves interoperable communications for law enforcement and emergency response agencies across multiple jurisdictions, enhances coordination during disasters, and addresses critical coverage gaps in a rural region with historically unreliable communications infrastructure.

 

Project name: Central Texas High Performance Computing and Artificial Intelligence for Research

Requested amount: $5,064,000

Intended recipient: Baylor University

Address of recipient: One Bear Place #97310, Waco, TX 76798

Project description: This $5,064,000 request will fund modernization of high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure at Baylor University in Waco, Texas. The project will replace obsolete computing equipment with a modern, scalable HPC cluster utilizing Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) acceleration to support artificial intelligence, large-scale data analysis, and advanced modeling used in federally funded research.

Funding will be used to purchase GPU computing nodes, high-capacity data storage, and high-speed networking equipment to support a centralized computing cluster housed within Baylor’s existing data center. The project will not require construction and will leverage existing facilities and infrastructure.

Modern HPC capability is increasingly necessary for universities to compete for federal research funding and support advanced work in areas such as materials science, biomedical modeling, space and astrophysics research, and engineering innovation. This investment will strengthen Central Texas’ research capacity, support workforce development in advanced computing and AI, and help ensure that federal research funding and technology innovation remain in Texas rather than shifting to external cloud providers or institutions in other states.

 

Project name: Texas A&M Advanced Industrial Manufacturing and Innovation (AIM) Center

Requested amount: $3,074,458

Intended recipient: Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station

Address of recipient: 1111 RELLIS Parkway, Suite 5226, Bryan, TX 77807

Project description:
This $3,074,458 request will support the Texas A&M Advanced Industrial Manufacturing and Innovation (AIM) Center, a workforce development initiative designed to deliver robotics, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing training to underserved students in rural Central Texas. The program will establish a hub-and-spoke training model centered in Hearne with expansion into Calvert and Waco, utilizing fixed and mobile manufacturing labs equipped with industrial-grade robotics and CNC equipment.

The AIM Center will provide middle and high school students with hands-on training, industry-recognized certifications, and exposure to NASA-aligned curriculum in robotics, programming, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing. The program will help prepare students for high-wage technical careers and increase readiness for engineering and STEM degree programs.

This investment will strengthen the workforce pipeline supporting Texas’ aerospace and advanced manufacturing sectors while addressing a significant gap in specialized STEM training in rural school districts. By expanding access to advanced technical education, the project will support economic development, strengthen U.S. competitiveness in advanced manufacturing, and create a scalable model for rural workforce development nationwide.

 

 Agriculture, Rural Development, FDA, and Related Agencies

 

Project name: City of Marlin Water System Upgrades

Requested amount: $3,750,000

Intended recipient: City of Marlin

Address of recipient: 101 Fortune Street, Marlin, TX 76661

Project description:
The requested amount of $3,750,000 would be used by the City of Marlin to replace aging water distribution and transmission pipelines, upgrade fire hydrants and valves, and improve components at the Surface Water Treatment Plant. This request is a good use of taxpayer funds because it addresses repeated system failures, reduces water loss, improves reliability for residents and businesses, and ensures safe drinking water for a rural community that has experienced multiple emergency conditions.

 

Project name: Bruceville-Eddy Sewer System Expansion I

Requested amount: $3,248,872

Intended recipient: City of Bruceville-Eddy

Address of recipient: 144 Wilcox Drive, Eddy, TX 76524

Project description:
The requested amount of $3,248,872 would be used by the City of Bruceville-Eddy to construct additional sewer mains and service connections associated with alternative bid packages to expand the City’s new wastewater system. This request is a good use of taxpayer funds because it will connect additional households currently relying on failing septic systems, improve water quality, reduce public health risks, and complete a critical portion of a shovel-ready rural wastewater project.

 

Project name: Mexia Police Department Facility Rebuild

Requested amount:  $2,000,000

Intended recipient: City of Mexia

Address of recipient: 101 N. McKinney Street, Mexia, TX 76667

Project description:
The requested amount of $2,000,000 would be used by the City of Mexia to rebuild its police department facility to address structural deficiencies, space limitations, and health concerns in the current building. This request is a good use of taxpayer funds because it enhances public safety, improves evidence storage and emergency response coordination, and supports recruitment and retention of law enforcement personnel in a rural community.

Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies

 

Project name: Phase 2 – Flat Creek Reuse Project

Requested amount: $3,000,000

Intended recipient: City of Waco, TX

Address of recipient: 300 Austin Ave., Waco, Texas 76702

Project description: The requested amount of $3,000,000 would be used by the City of Waco to complete Phase 2 of the Flat Creek Reuse Project, including installation of high-pressure pumps, storage, and transmission infrastructure for reclaimed water. This request is a good use of taxpayer funds because it promotes water reuse, conserves potable water supplies, supports regional water needs, and ensures compliance with water quality standards.

 

Project name: N.B. Davidson Wastewater Treatment Plant Rehabilitation

Requested amount: $6,000,000

Intended recipient: City of Huntsville, Texas

Address of recipient: 1212 Ave M, Huntsville, TX 77340

Project description: The requested amount of $6,000,000 would be used by the City of Huntsville to expand and upgrade its wastewater treatment plant, including installation of advanced treatment systems and capacity improvements. This request is a good use of taxpayer funds because it ensures compliance with water quality standards, supports population growth, prevents system overflows, and protects public health and the environment.

 

Project name: Basin 2B Interceptor Sewer Line Replacement
Requested amount: $3,000,000
Intended recipient: City of Woodway
Address of recipient: 924 Estates Drive, Woodway, TX 76712
Project description: The requested amount of $3,000,000 would be used by the City of Woodway to replace aging interceptor sewer lines and associated infrastructure to reduce inflow and infiltration and prevent system overflows. This request is a good use of taxpayer funds because it improves wastewater system reliability, protects water quality, mitigates overflow risks, and ensures compliance with environmental standards.

 

 

Project name: Lufkin Industrial Park Lift Station 

Requested amount: $1,560,000

Intended recipient: City of Lufkin, Texas

Address of recipient: 300 E Shepherd Ave., Lufkin, TX 75901

Project description: The requested amount of $1,560,000 would be used by the City of Lufkin to replace an undersized sanitary sewer lift station serving northeast Lufkin and the industrial park with a higher-capacity facility. This request is a good use of taxpayer funds because it prevents sanitary sewer overflows, protects water quality, improves system reliability, and supports continued economic development and job growth in the region.

 

Project name: City of Mexia Wastewater Treatment Plant Rehabilitation Project

Requested amount: $960,000

Intended recipient: City of Mexia, Texas

Address of recipient: 101 N McKinney Street, Mexia, TX 76667

Project description: This $960,000 request will fund rehabilitation of critical infrastructure at the City of Mexia’s wastewater treatment facility. The plant’s mechanical and structural components are aging and nearing the end of their service life, creating operational inefficiencies and increasing the risk of system failure.

The project will upgrade priority treatment components identified through a preliminary engineering review currently underway in coordination with engineering consultants and the Environmental Protection Agency. These improvements will enhance system reliability, reduce the risk of treatment disruptions, and ensure continued compliance with Clean Water Act discharge requirements.

Investing in this rehabilitation effort will allow the City to address infrastructure deficiencies before major failures occur, protecting downstream waterways and maintaining reliable wastewater treatment services for residents and businesses throughout the community.

Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies

 

Project name: 5th Street Barron’s Branch Culvert Replacement

Requested amount: $5,000,000

Intended recipient: City of Waco

Address of recipient: P.O. Box 2570, Waco, TX 76701

Project description: The requested amount of $5,000,000 would be used by the City of Waco to replace the deteriorating culvert beneath 5th Street over Barron’s Branch Creek. The existing structure, constructed in the early 1900s, is no longer capable of conveying 100-year storm flows and contributes to flooding risks in downtown Waco.This project will install a modern drainage structure to improve stormwater conveyance, enhance public safety, and support the Barron’s Branch District and broader downtown redevelopment efforts. This request is a good use of taxpayer funds because it addresses failing infrastructure, reduces flood risk, and enables continued economic development in Waco’s urban core.

 

Project name: Old McGregor–Ritchie Road Improvements
Requested amount: $1,750,000
Intended recipient: City of Woodway
Address of recipient: 924 Estates Drive, Woodway, TX 76712
Project description: The requested amount of $1,750,000 would be used by the City of Woodway to reconstruct and improve Old McGregor Road and Ritchie Road, including roadway widening, drainage upgrades, utility relocation, sidewalks, and safety enhancements. This request is a good use of taxpayer funds because it improves public safety, reduces congestion, and enhances access to jobs, healthcare, and regional economic activity across a rapidly growing area.

 

Project name: Tactical Workforce Training Center and Driving Track Development
Requested amount: $6,832,875
Intended recipient: McLennan County Junior College District
Address of recipient: 1400 College Drive, Waco, TX 76708
Project description: The requested amount of $6,832,875 would be used by McLennan Community College to construct a Tactical Workforce Training Center and Emergency Vehicle Driving Track. This facility will provide realistic, scenario-based training environments for law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical personnel. This request is a good use of taxpayer funds because it strengthens workforce development, improves public safety readiness, and provides a shared regional training resource.

 

Project name: Mass Casualty Training Facility
Requested amount: $5,000,000
Intended recipient: Sam Houston State University
Address of recipient: 2424 Sam Houston Avenue, Huntsville, TX 77340
Project description: The requested amount of $5,000,000 would be used by Sam Houston State University to construct a specialized mass casualty and disaster response training facility. The facility will support training for law enforcement, forensic personnel, and emergency responders in realistic disaster scenarios. This request is a good use of taxpayer funds because it enhances preparedness, improves interagency coordination, and supports workforce development in critical emergency response fields.

 

Project name: Nacogdoches Downtown Parking Garage
Requested amount: $5,000,000
Intended recipient: City of Nacogdoches
Address of recipient: P.O. Box 635030, Nacogdoches, TX 75963
Project description: The requested amount of $5,000,000 would be used by the City of Nacogdoches to construct a multi-level parking garage in downtown Nacogdoches. The project will address parking shortages and support redevelopment, including major employer investment in the downtown core. This request is a good use of taxpayer funds because it enables job creation, supports private investment, and strengthens the local economy.

 

Project name: Barron’s Branch Reclaimed Water (“Purple Pipe”) Infrastructure
Requested amount: $5,000,000
Intended recipient: City of Waco
Address of recipient: P.O. Box 2570, Waco, TX 76701
Project description: The requested amount of $5,000,000 would be used by the City of Waco to construct a reclaimed water distribution system to reuse treated water for irrigation in the Barron’s Branch District. This request is a good use of taxpayer funds because it improves water efficiency, reduces strain on potable water supplies, lowers wastewater treatment demand, and supports sustainable economic development.

 

Project name: Future I-69 / US 59 Feasibility Study and Environmental Clearance
Requested amount: $5,000,000
Intended recipient: City of Lufkin
Address of recipient: 300 E. Shepherd, Lufkin, TX 75901
Project description: The requested amount of $5,000,000 would be used by the City of Lufkin to conduct a feasibility study and environmental clearance for the remaining gap along U.S. Route 59 between Lufkin and Diboll, Texas. This request is a good use of taxpayer funds because it advances a nationally significant trade corridor, improves freight mobility, and positions the project for future construction.

 

Project name: Corridor A2 Segment 1 Project
Requested amount: $10,000,000
Intended recipient: Williamson County, Texas
Address of recipient: 3151 SE Inner Loop, Suite B, Georgetown, TX 78626
Project description: The requested amount of $10,000,000 would be used by Williamson County to construct a frontage road segment from FM 973 to CR 406 as part of Corridor A2. This request is a good use of taxpayer funds because it improves mobility, reduces congestion, enhances safety, and supports freight movement tied to major economic investments, including semiconductor manufacturing.

 

Project name: Nacogdoches Multimodal Transit Facility
Requested amount: $1,000,000
Intended recipient: Brazos Transit District
Address of recipient: 2117 Nuches Lane, Bryan, TX 77803
Project description: The requested amount of $1,000,000 would be used by Brazos Transit District to acquire property and initiate site preparation for a permanent transit transfer facility in Nacogdoches, Texas. This request is a good use of taxpayer funds because it ensures continuity of public transportation services and supports access to employment, healthcare, and education in a rural region