Washington, Feb. 17 -- Congressman Robert Aderholt issued the following press release:
Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) today announced that the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), a federal-state partnership funded by Congress, has approved a $264,432 grant for the Blount County Education Foundation to strengthen STEAM training programs for students in Blount County.
This project will expand hands-on learning opportunities in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) for more than 2,200 students. In total, the initiative represents a $903,003 investment, including $638,571 in local funding support alongside ARC's federal contribution.
"I am proud that Congress continues to support the Appalachian Regional Com...