Trump Signs $15M for Dale Strong’s North Alabama Projects

President Donald Trump this week signed the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148) into law, including $15 million in Community Project Funding for North Alabama secured by U.S. Representative Dale Strong (R-AL-5). The funding brings the total federal investment Strong has secured for Alabama’s Fifth District in fiscal year 2026 to more than $33 million.

The package makes targeted investments in transportation, infrastructure and workforce development across the district. Strong, a member of the House Appropriations Committee, said the funding will support communities and ease growing pressures on key corridors.

“As more families and businesses choose to call North Alabama home, the need for strategic infrastructure improvements and workforce development has never been greater,” Strong said. “I know firsthand the traffic challenges and need for safer, more efficient roads. I’m proud to fight for federal investments that deliver real results. These projects will ensure North Alabama can continue to grow and lead.”

Funding Breakdown: $15 Million in New Projects

The newest allocations signed into law include:

• $5,500,000 – Additional lanes on Capshaw Road from Old Monrovia Road to Jeff Road to relieve congestion in one of the region’s fastest-growing corridors.
• $3,000,000 – Feasibility study to increase capacity over the Tennessee River and support future bridge solutions in Decatur.
• $1,000,000 – Athens State University Workforce Development and Multipurpose Center to prepare students and workers for in-demand jobs.
• $2,000,000 – Huntsville International Airport West Aviation Center project to strengthen aviation infrastructure.
• $3,500,000 – Additional lanes on Slaughter Road to improve safety and traffic flow.

Strong’s efforts have delivered more than $33 million in community project funds for a range of local needs so far this fiscal year. Key earlier allocations include:

• $5,175,000 – Groundwater treatment facility for the Town of Ardmore.
• $1,087,500 – Sanitary sewer upgrades for the Town of Triana.
• $1,500,000 – Elevated water storage tank for the Town of Rogersville.
• $1,200,000 – Lawrence County radio modernization.
• $592,305 – Priceville Police Department vehicle and equipment upgrades.
• $300,000 – Hartselle Police Department radio and equipment upgrades.
• $199,762 – Somerville Police Department technology and vehicle updates.
• $4,200,000 – University of Alabama in Huntsville AI Research Facility for Space and Defense.
• $4,135,000 – Auburn University Applied Research Institute high-performance computing.
• $2,000,000 – Huntsville International Airport West Aviation Center.

These investments reflect priority areas such as transportation, public safety, workforce training and advanced research.

With the Consolidated Appropriations Act now signed, these projects are positioned to move forward through local partners and agencies. Funding timelines and project delivery will depend on planning milestones and coordination between federal, state and local officials.