Washington, July 15 -- Congressman Jimmy Patronis issued the following press release:

WASHINGTON, D.C.- On Tuesday, Congressman Jimmy Patronis (R-FL) advanced the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA), legislation that delivers critical investments for Northwest Florida's ports, waterways, and communities. As a member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Congressman Patronis is fighting to bring resources home and deliver results that strengthen America's Gulf Coast. "The people of Northwest Florida work hard, love this country, and deserve a government that works just as hard for them," said Congressman Patronis. "Our ports, waterways, and coastline are critical to our economy, our national security, and our way of l...