Ander Crenshaw: Dredging St. Johns River Will Help First Coast

On Wednesday, U.S. Rep. Ander Crenshaw, R-Fla., pointed to a report from the Army Corps of Engineers chiefs, insisting it showed why Congress needs to back more funds to dredge the St. Johns River and help JaxPort.

"What a 'giant step' forward for the Northeast Florida economy," said Crenshaw. "Dredging of the St. Johns River means more jobs, more trade, and more economic growth for the region; that's why I've stood 100 percent behind this project from day one. We've got a win-win that will grow the economy and create jobs for generations to come."

JaxPort, like other ports on the Atlantic seaboard, is looking to ready for larger vessels which will be hitting the region once the Panama Canal expansion is complete.