July 24, 2023 – Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski announced an advancement of $86,472,752 in funding for local community projects within the House Committee on Appropriations, including $500,000 for Richland Community College.
Earlier this year, Budzinski requested funding for 15 projects throughout Central and Southern Illinois through the U.S. House of Representatives Community Project Funding process.
“Bringing federal funding back home is one of my most important roles in Congress,” said Congresswoman Budzinski. “After talking with local leaders throughout the 13th District to hear about their priorities, I was proud to request funding for 15 projects that will improve our communities and the lives of residents throughout Central and Southern Illinois. I’m so glad to see these funds move one step closer to reaching Illinois and I look forward to continuing to advocate for the passage of these resources in a final budget deal on the House Floor.”
Richland Community College will use the funds to support the EnRich Educational Campus Housing Project which aims to establish housing for students entering the EV Workforce Academy, AgAcademy and the school’s nursing program.
Through the Community Project Funding process, Members of Congress can request funding for up to 15 projects in their congressional district. Once submitted, the requests are reviewed by the House Committee on Appropriations subcommittees before receiving a markup by the full committee. Once passed in the Appropriations Committee, Community Project Funding requests are considered on the House Floor in annual government funding legislation.
