Gulf Coast Protection District

We are part of the largest coastal protection project in U.S. history. By reducing the impact of storm surge, we protect people, environment, and economy.

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Our Board of Directors meeting for the month of June has been cancelled. The Board will reconvene on July 8 at 10AM CT. https://t.co/v2fJcyPujK

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Our partners at the @EconAlliance and the @GHPartnership brought together leaders from more than 40 organizations for a Joint Committee Field Briefing at @Port_Houston this week. GCPD was there to hear from the experts and see Port operations firsthand. ⚓🚢

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@Port_Houston CEO Charlie Jenkins: “In addition to permitting matters, the main topics in these meetings included the need for continued investment in the Houston Ship Channel and other waterways as well as roads, the Coastal Texas Project, the importance of Texas energy exports to the world and the American economy, and the need for investment in modernizing vessel traffic service to ensure safe navigation." @APNews : https://t.co/0huBBIANX4

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The June 1 groundbreaking of the $1 Billion @DavieDefense project in Galveston, Texas marked an important step forward for coastal protection—the undeniable and clear recognition of the Houston–Galveston region’s national importance.
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We're excited to see this investment in Galveston. Not only does it boost our regional economy, but underscores the national importance of our area and why it should be protected from storm surge.

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Governor Greg Abbott broke ground on the $1 billion Davie Defense Shipyard Modernization in Galveston which will create nearly 2,400 new jobs for Texans.

Businesses continue to choose Texas as their go-to spot for manufacturing.

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Governor Greg Abbott broke ground on the $1 billion Davie Defense Shipyard Modernization in Galveston which will create nearly 2,400 new jobs for Texans.

Businesses continue to choose Texas as their go-to spot for manufacturing.

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As hurricane season begins, GCPD continues its work to promote coastal protection and resilience solutions. Stronger protections today mean a more resilient coast tomorrow. https://t.co/xKASnZn8dU

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@NOAA is predicting a below-average season this year, with eight to 14 named storms. Of them, three to six are expected to become hurricanes, including one to three major hurricanes of Category 3 strength or higher, agency officials announced Thursday.

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Congratulations @HoustonPubMedia on the launch of the Galveston news bureau. We enjoyed meeting your team and learning about your commitment to local coverage last night at @TheBryanMuseum. #CoastalTexasProject

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🌍Global Eyes on Coastal Texas 🌍
GCPD was proud to host a Technical Tour of the Coastal Texas Project as part of ICCE 2026 @ASCETweets, welcoming national and international engineers, scientists, and coastal experts to experience this historic project firsthand. Special thank you to @TXGLO Commissioner Dawn Buckingham for attending and being an ambassador for the Coastal Texas Project.

#ICCE2026 #CoastalTexas

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did you see the news? @gpstelly @BmtEnterprise @OrangeLeader_Tx @12NewsNow

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GCPD is pleased to announce former Bridge City Mayor David Rutledge has joined our Board of Directors. Appointed by Orange County Commissioners Court, Rutledge replaces Commissioner Kirk Roccaforte, who has served in this role since the creation of GCPD in 2021.

📣“We’re excited to welcome Mr. Rutledge to our leadership team and extend our sincere appreciation to Commissioner Roccaforte for his dedicated service and leadership since the District’s founding. Commissioner Roccaforte’s contributions have played an important role in shaping GCPD’s mission and advancing our efforts to build the largest coastal protection infrastructure in U.S. history,” said Coalter Baker, GCPD Executive Director.

Learn More about Mr. Rutledge: https://t.co/ZeQYPu7Ym1

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did you see the news? @spann

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🚨 Major Win for #CoastalTexasProject
A draft of the FY27 Energy & Water bill includes $10.6 million for the Coastal Texas Project—a strong sign the federal government continues to prioritize this historic effort. Big thanks to @TXRandy14 for his ongoing leadership and advocacy in keeping the protection of Texas’ Gulf Coast a national priority, as well as @RepChuck and @RepMichaelCloud for their recent visit to our area.

What’s Next:
✅ House and Senate must pass their respective FY27 appropriations bills
📝 Final bill must be approved by both chambers
✍️ Signed into law by the President
💰 Funding is officially appropriated and becomes available for the project

Let’s keep the momentum going. 🌊

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GCPD and @Port_Houston met with @SenJohnCurtis to discuss the importance of the Houston Ship Channel and Gulf Coast region. This is where energy flows, commerce moves, and America’s economy is powered—and it must be protected and prioritized.
#CoastalTexasProject

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🌊GCPD's work matters year‑round.
As storms become stronger and more frequent, investing in coastal protection and faster recovery is critical to safeguarding communities, infrastructure, and our regional economy. https://t.co/xKASnZn8dU

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Find agendas, meeting minutes, and live broadcasts online: https://t.co/v2fJcyPujK

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Great to be at the @gbayfoundation Annual Meeting celebrating the opening of their new headquarters, the Gessner Center! It was a impactful to learn more about the intentionality behind the building and to connect with others dedicated to preserving Galveston Bay for generations to come. 🌊🌱

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Great to be at today’s Greater Houston Port Bureau Commerce Club Luncheon alongside so many leaders in the port and maritime industry. 🚢

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Warm welcome from Texas A&M Galveston COO and former @NASA astronaut Mike Fossum @astro_aggie. We appreciate his support at today's Board Meeting and look forward to continuing to work with Texas A&M Galveston @AggiesByTheSea on advancing the #CoastalTexasProject.