ATLANTA (Dec. 15, 2023) — Senator Max Burns (R-Sylvania) commends Governor Brian P. Kemp for securing a groundbreaking $12 million grant from the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) to address railroad crossing blockages in Millen, Georgia. The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) will provide an additional $3 million in funds for this effort.
Sen. Burns emphasized the importance of the project, stating, “The infrastructure improvements made in Millen will enhance safety, ease traffic, improve freight efficiency and boost regional economic growth. I applaud Gov. Kemp, USDOT, GDOT and all involved partners for their dedicated efforts in securing funding that addresses the needs of Millen and reinforces our vital rail connection to the Port of Savannah. This project reflects the shared commitment to creating safer, more efficient transportation solutions across the state.”
The grant will support the initial phase of the project, which aims to address the traffic disruptions caused by frequent rail blockage in the city of Millen. Historically, the frequent railroad blockages in Millen has impacted both local and freight traffic, causing safety concerns. The project, part of the 2021 GDOT State Rail Plan, aims to expedite safety improvements and connectivity by eliminating the at-grade crossing on the Millen Bypass.
More information on the grant can be found here.
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Sen. Max Burns serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Ethics. He represents the 23rd Senate District, which includes Burke, Emanuel, Glascock, Jefferson, Jenkins, McDuffie, Screven, Taliaferro, and Warren County as well as portions of Columbia and Richmond County. He may be reached by email at max.burns@senate.state.gov