Explore the powerful history of storms that have shaped the Texas Gulf Coast—and the communities that call it home. From the devastating Galveston Hurricane of 1900 to more recent events like Hurricane Ike and Harvey, this video highlights how these storms have impacted infrastructure, public safety, and coastal resilience efforts.
Learn about the latest developments with the Coastal Texas Project in 60 seconds. This effort aims to protect vulnerable Gulf Coast communities, reinforce critical infrastructure, and strengthen long‑term economic and environmental stability across the region.
In this message, Port Houston Commissioner Michel Bechtel shares his support for the Coastal Texas Project, emphasizing the need for resilient infrastructure that keeps cargo moving, communities safe, and industry strong along the Texas Gulf Coast.
Sharon Hulgan highlights her support for the Gulf Coast Protection District and the urgent need for strong coastal infrastructure that keeps communities and critical manufacturing sites resilient against storm surge and future risks.
Texas State Senator Carol Alvarado underscores the importance of protecting communities and the environment along the Texas Gulf Coast through the Galveston Bay Barrier System, also known locally as the Ike Dike.
Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia highlights the importance of protecting communities, working families, the industries that support them through long‑term resilience and storm‑surge defense.
The Coastal Texas Project is the largest coastal protection effort in U.S. history. Gulf Coast Protection District is the Lead non-Federal sponsor for this project; an effort that aims to safeguard millions of people, vital industries, and important coastal ecosystems along the Texas Gulf Coast.
U.S. Rep. Sylvia Garcia voices her support for the Coastal Texas Project during proceedings before the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on January 15, 2026.
U.S. Rep. Randy Weber discusses his efforts to secure $5 million in federal funding to advance pre‑construction engineering and design for the project through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
