U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy announced on Apr. 23 that Louisiana will receive $29,872,642.08 in federal funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to support recovery, school repairs, and rebuilding following Hurricanes Laura and Ida.
The funding is intended to help communities in Louisiana recover more quickly after major storms. It will be used to rebuild schools, restore community spaces, and assist families as they continue recovering from hurricane damage.
“After a storm, we need to get communities back up and running as quickly as possible,” said Dr. Cassidy. “This funding helps rebuild schools, restore community spaces, and make sure Louisiana families can keep moving forward.”
Cassidy has a background in medicine and public service; he earned both his undergraduate and medical degrees from Louisiana State University according to the official website. He co-founded the Greater Baton Rouge Community Clinic to deliver free health and dental care for those without insurance according to the official website.
He serves on several Senate committees including Finance, Energy and Natural Resources, and Veterans Affairs according to the official website. In addition to supporting disaster recovery efforts like this one, Cassidy advances initiatives aimed at reducing health care costs, supporting coastal restoration projects, and reforming mental health systems according to the official website.
Cassidy’s personal life includes raising three children with his wife—who is a retired breast cancer surgeon—and spending time with their grandchild according to the official website.
