Cassidy, Warren Introduce Legislation to Simplify IRS Notices, Help Taxpayers
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) introduced the Internal Revenue Service Math and Taxpayer Health (IRS MATH) Act, legislation that aims to simplify IRS notices and help taxpayers understand and address math error corrections."The IRS is confusing enough," said Dr. Cassidy. "If there’s a mistake on a tax return, the IRS needs to explain it in plain English and there must be clear lines of communication. Taxpayers should have every opportunity to keep their hard-earned income.""Filing your taxes can get confusing — and...
ICYMI: Cassidy Calls Out the Washington Post Editorial Board on Energy, Trade Policy
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) took a stand against the Washington Post Editorial Board's stance on energy and trade policy in a recent Letter to the Editor. Dr. Cassidy criticized the board for their bias and shortsighted analysis, particularly in relation to climate and trade matters.In his letter, Dr. Cassidy highlighted the importance of bipartisan efforts in environmental policy, stating, "Democrats don’t have a monopoly on environmental policy." He emphasized the significance of the Foreign Pollution Fee Act, a proposal he co-introduced with...
Which former Central Louisiana News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22?
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- Cassidy, Risch, Emmer Demand Biden Administration Evaluate U.S. Supply Chain for Smokeless Gunpowder
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- Senators Cassidy, Scott, and Reed Introduce Resolution Declaring April Financial Literacy Month
- Permitting Reform Can Help Shore Up U.S. Energy and Infrastructure
- Cassidy Announces $14.7 Million for Louisiana in Hurricanes Laura, Ida Relief
Cassidy Advocates for Louisiana Shrimp, Rice Producers at Senate Finance Hearing
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) passionately advocated for Louisiana shrimpers and rice producers during a recent U.S. Senate Finance Committee hearing with U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) Ambassador Katherine Tai.During the hearing, Senator Cassidy raised concerns about the detrimental impact of the dumping of shrimp and rice from India on American producers, particularly those in Louisiana. He highlighted the challenges faced by local shrimpers and rice producers who are unable to compete with the heavily subsidized Indian industries.In a poignant...
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Cassidy, Rubio, Salazar, Colleagues Call on Biden to Designate Tren de Aragua as Transnational Criminal Organization
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Marco Rubio (R-FL), and U.S. Representative Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL-27) have urged President Joe Biden to classify the notorious Tren de Aragua as a Transnational Criminal Organization. The group, originating in Venezuelan prisons, has expanded its criminal activities across the hemisphere, involving murders, drug-trafficking, kidnappings, and more.In a joint letter, the lawmakers emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, "Tren de Aragua is an invading criminal army from a prison in Venezuela that has spread...
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Cassidy, McConnell Lead Congressional Effort to Push Back on EPA’s Regulatory Overkill
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and Mitch McConnell (R-KY) are taking a stand against the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) new rule tightening fine particulate matter (PM2.5) standards. Along with 45 Senate Republicans, they have introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to prevent the EPA from implementing this regulation.Dr. Cassidy expressed his concerns about the impact of the new rule on American jobs, stating, “The U.S. has made major strides in improving air quality while growing and powering our economy. The Biden administration’s final...
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Comprehensive Legislation Introduced to Improve Care for Dual Eligibles in Medicare and Medicaid
Washington, Mar 14, 2024 - U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Tom Carper (D-DE), John Cornyn (R-TX), Mark Warner (D-VA), Tim Scott (R-SC), and Bob Menendez (D-NJ) have jointly introduced the Delivering Unified Access to Lifesaving Services (DUALS) Act of 2024. The legislation aims to improve coverage for individuals jointly enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid, also known as dual eligibles.Dr. Cassidy emphasized the importance of the bill, stating, “Patients dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid have much worse outcomes than other groups even though there is a lot...
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Cassidy Announces $4.3 Million for Concordia Parish in Flood Relief
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced Concordia Parish will receive $4,281,919.84 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for Phase II of the Lake St. John and Lake Concordia Drainage Project to alleviate flooding in the northern portion of Concordia Parish.“The best way to recover from a flood is to never flood in the first place,” said Dr. Cassidy. “This funding will support drainage improvements in Concordia Parish to prepare for future storms.”
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Cassidy Announces $1.6 Million for Terrebonne Parish in Hurricane Ida Relief
Washington - U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) has declared that the Houma Terrebonne Housing Authority will be receiving $1,575,626.60 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for emergency protective measures in response to Hurricane Ida. Dr. Cassidy emphasized the importance of this funding, stating, "While Hurricane Ida recovery continues, South Louisiana remains resilient." He further added, "This funding will help restore Terrebonne Parish and make sure our bayou communities are equipped to weather future storms."The allocation of $1.6 million for...
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Cassidy Invites Bishop Brandon of Shreveport to Lead Opening Prayer in U.S. Senate
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) extended an invitation to Bishop Larry Lawrence Brandon, Senior Pastor of Praise Temple of Shreveport, Louisiana, to lead the U.S. Senate in the opening prayer on March 12, 2024."It was an honor to have Bishop Larry Brandon of Shreveport lead the opening prayer for the Senate today," said Dr. Cassidy. "Bishop Brandon has displayed great dedication to his community. The message of integrity, compassion, and liberty resonated deeply on the Senate floor."Founded over thirty years ago, Praise Temple Missionary Baptist...
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Cassidy, Coons, Capito, Heinrich, Graves, Matsui Celebrate AmeriCorps Week
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Chris Coons (D-DE), Senate Co-Chairs of the National Service Congressional Caucus, Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) and Martin Heinrich (D-NM) and House of Representatives Co-Chairs Garret Graves (R-LA-06) and Doris Matsui (D-CA-07) have come together to celebrate AmeriCorps Week, which runs from March 10-16, 2024. The bipartisan group released a resolution commemorating the occasion, highlighting the importance of AmeriCorps in providing national service opportunities and pathways to education.Dr. Cassidy emphasized the...
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Republican Senators Introduce Bills to Combat Sanctuary Cities and Protect Communities from Criminal Illegal Immigrants
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and Thom Tillis (R-NC) have spearheaded an effort to address the issue of sanctuary cities and the dangers posed by criminal illegal immigrants. In a recent announcement, the senators introduced two bills aimed at enhancing public safety and providing justice for victims of sanctuary policies.The first bill, known as the Justice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act, seeks to hold sanctuary jurisdictions accountable for their policies that jeopardize public safety. Senator Cassidy emphasized the importance of this legislation,...
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Cassidy Calls on Congress to Take Action to Address the Flood Insurance Crisis
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), in a recent speech on the Senate floor, urged Congress to take action to address the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). Cassidy highlighted the far-reaching impact of the program and emphasized the need for reforms to ensure affordability and accessibility for all Americans.Cassidy pointed out the widespread effects of the NFIP, stating, "Risk Rating 2.0 affects Louisiana, the Gulf Coast, and frankly all coasts, or any place where there is a river or a stream that can overflow." He further noted the financial...
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Cassidy Announces $78.1 Million for Louisiana Transportation from His Infrastructure Law
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced the Department of Transportation (DOT) will grant Louisiana a total of $78,147,718.00 from his Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) for transportation infrastructure and safety improvements."Because I had a seat at the table, Louisiana is punching far above its weight in funding from the Infrastructure Law," said Dr. Cassidy. "This funding will improve transportation infrastructure, reducing commute times and creating new jobs. By investing in Louisiana’s economy, we are making our state an attractive...
