Houchin Announces Committee Approval of More Than $7.8 Million in Funding for IN-09

Projects in Batesville and Switzerland County are subject to receiving funding.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Erin Houchin (IN-09) announced that seven Community Project Funding requests totaling more than $7.8 million for Indiana's Ninth District have been approved by the House Appropriations Committee after previously clearing the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Subcommittee.

"I was pleased to submit these funding requests on behalf of local leaders and am happy to see them clear the Appropriations Committee," said Congresswoman Houchin. "From improving roads and stormwater systems to supporting economic development and critical infrastructure, these investments will have a long-lasting impact in communities throughout southern Indiana. I will continue to fight for this funding to be secured.

Projects impacted areas in Eagle Country include: 

$1,500,000 for Batesville Stormwater System: Funding will support construction of a new stormwater system along Six Pine Ranch Road, increasing drainage capacity, supporting existing and future business development, and addressing aging infrastructure.

$450,000 for Switzerland County TEC Rural Innovation Center: Funding will support capital improvements to the Switzerland County Technology and Education Center, including construction of a commercial teaching kitchen, development of a coworking space, accessibility upgrades, and infrastructure improvements to expand workforce training and entrepreneurship opportunities.

Community Project Funding allows Members of Congress to advocate for projects requested by local governments and community stakeholders that address specific local needs.

The projects will now be considered as part of the Fiscal Year 2027 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act and must pass the full House of Representatives, the United States Senate, and be signed into law before funding is finalized.