Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks announced on May 5 that she has secured $3 million in Community Project Funding for the City of Davenport’s flood mitigation project as part of the Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations process.
The funding aims to support infrastructure improvements designed to reduce flooding along the Mississippi River, protect homes and businesses, and strengthen Davenport’s long-term resilience. Flooding has been a persistent issue in Davenport, threatening local infrastructure, disrupting businesses, and putting families at risk.
“When I first heard from local leaders about the ongoing flooding challenges in Davenport, I knew this was a project worth fighting for,” said Miller-Meeks. “From submitting the request to advocating for it in Washington, my office worked to ensure Davenport’s needs were heard. This $3 million investment will help protect families, support local businesses, and strengthen the community against future flooding.”
Davenport Mayor Jason Gordon said: “We’re grateful to Congresswoman Miller-Meeks and her staff for championing this critical investment in our community. This project strengthens regional resilience and protects the essential infrastructure our residents and businesses rely on every day.”
The funding will be used to implement targeted flood mitigation improvements along vulnerable areas of the Mississippi River corridor. The goal is to enhance public safety by reducing flood risks while supporting continued economic growth along Davenport’s riverfront.
Miller-Meeks secured this funding as part of H.R.7147 – Homeland Security and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026. The legislation passed both chambers with bipartisan support before being signed into law by President Trump.
This allocation is part of a broader effort; Miller-Meeks has secured $27 million in Community Project Funding for Southeast Iowa during the current Congress alone. She currently represents Iowa’s 1st district after replacing Dave Loebsack in 2021 according to Wikipedia. She previously served in the Iowa Senate from 2019 to 2021 according to Ballotpedia.
