Press Releases

 On Wednesday, U.S. Representative Mike Johnson (LA-04) released the following statement regarding the groundbreaking of the I-20/I-220 Barksdale Air Force Base Interchange Project which will create a new access road extending south from the interstate interchange into the base:

“One of my distinct honors of working for the Fourth District is representing Barksdale Air Force Base, which plays a critical role in maintaining America’s military superiority and readiness. Even now, its B-52 bombers are on mission in the Middle East to deter our enemies and reassert our capabilities. The I-20/I-220 Barksdale Air Force Base Interchange Project will create direct access from the base to the interstate, which will promote further innovation and remove unnecessary risks, traffic congestion and delays. I am proud to have worked with many great people in securing the funding necessary to start this project and look forward to seeing all of the positive effects it will have for Barksdale and our community.”

Work on the project is expected to begin later this summer, and the anticipated completion date is Fall 2021.