A New Federal Grant To Support Infrastructure Development Around Eastman Chemical Company Is Expected To Bring New Jobs As Well. The Obama Administration And Congressman Dr. Phil Roe Were Instrumental In Securing The Grant From The U.S. Commerce Department’s Economic Development Administration. This Is Expected To Bring 120 Jobs To The Area And Generate 640 Million Dollars In Private Investment. The EDA Grant Will Also Help Make Water Infrastructure Improvements That Will Provide A Consistent, Reliable Water Source To Businesses. Last Year, Eastman Announced A 1.6 Billion Dollar Effort To Expand Its Corporate Offices And Make Other Improvements To The Plant.