PORT FREEPORT TERM LIMIT LEGISLATION GOES INTO EFFECT
FREEPORT, TX (September 4, 2025) – House Bill 1729, which establishes term limits for members of the Port Freeport Commission, went into effect on September 1, 2025. The bill, co-authored by Representative Cody Vasut and Representative Jeff Barry, was written at the request of the Port Commission, which unanimously approved a resolution calling for its passage.Under the new law, individuals who have served two full terms as a Port Freeport commissioner will no longer be eligible for re-election. However,
PORT FREEPORT OPENS GATE 12, STRENGTHENING INFRASTRUCTURE AND SUPPORTING REGIONAL GROWTH
FREEPORT, TX (August 28, 2025) – Port Freeport recently marked a significant milestone with the completion and ribbon cutting of Gate 12, a major infrastructure project that enhances access and efficiency at the Velasco Container Terminal. The gate became operational on August 1, and the Port celebrated the achievement with a ceremony on August 14, joined by Commissioners, leadership, and community partners. “Gate 12 reflects the Commission’s commitment to investing in infrastructure that drives economic
PORT FREEPORT WELCOMES RETURNING COMMISSIONERS; PORT COMMISSION ELECTS NEW OFFICERS
PORT FREEPORT WELCOMES RETURNING COMMISSIONERS; PORT COMMISSION ELECTS NEW OFFICERSFREEPORT, TX (June 05, 2025) – Port Freeport marked a day of leadership transition and continuity as Commissioners Dan Croft and Ravi Singhania were sworn in prior to the Regular Port Commission Meeting on Thursday, May 29. During the meeting, the Port Commission elected new officers for a two-year term.Commissioner Dan Croft, first elected in 2019, begins his second term after running unopposed for Position 5, Precinct 3.
