Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.)
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Recent News About Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.)
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Legislation proposed to replenish depleted SBA Disaster Loan Program
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, Thom Tillis, Ted Budd, Tim Scott, and Rick Scott have announced their intention to introduce the Restoring an Economic Lifeline with Immediate Emergency Funding (Relief) Act.
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Louisiana receives over $3.5 million for hurricane relief efforts
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy has announced that Louisiana is set to receive over $3.5 million from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to aid in recovery efforts following Hurricanes Laura, Delta, and Ida.
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Senator Bill Cassidy supports new NAMI campus opening amid regional infrastructure discussions
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy participated in the grand opening of the National Alliance on Mental Illness’s (NAMI) new campus in mid-city New Orleans, Southeast Louisiana.
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Cassidy highlights foreign pollution fee act at Louisiana energy security summit
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy recently highlighted the "Louisiana Energy Security Summit: Unleashing America Abundance in a Changing Global Landscape" through a new video presentation.
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Louisiana receives over $63 million for railroad improvements
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy has announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation will allocate $63,149,456 to Louisiana for railroad infrastructure projects.
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Cassidy announces nearly $1.9 million in hurricane relief for Louisiana
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy announced that the South Louisiana Electric Cooperative Association is set to receive $1,880,864.92 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
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Senators urge probe into DOJ and FTC media leak allegations
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, Tom Cotton, Mitch McConnell, Thom Tillis, and Pete Ricketts have called for an investigation into alleged media leaks from the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The senators addressed their concerns in a letter to DOJ Inspector General Michael Horowitz and FTC Inspector General Andrew Katsaros.
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Senator Cassidy releases report urging action on national flood insurance crisis
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy has released a report detailing the current challenges faced by the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The report outlines how historical developments have led to rising premiums, affecting millions of homeowners across the nation.
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Senator Cassidy underscores benefits of flood prevention investments
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana has highlighted the importance of flood mitigation investments in a recent op-ed published in The Advocate. He pointed to a Congressional Budget Office (CBO) report which shows that for every dollar spent on federal flood mitigation projects, communities see a return of $2 to $3 in reduced damages.
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Senators propose bill targeting U.S. funding for anti-Israel actions at UN
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, Jim Risch, and 26 other Republican colleagues have announced their plan to introduce the Stand with Israel Act in November. The proposed legislation aims to cut off U.S. funding to United Nations agencies that restrict the participation of Israel by expelling, downgrading, or suspending its status.
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Louisiana airports receive $20.3 million from infrastructure law
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy has announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will allocate $20.3 million to Louisiana airports. This funding is part of the Airport Terminal Program included in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), which was spearheaded by Cassidy.
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Louisiana receives $13.7M for pipeline safety from infrastructure law
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy has announced that Louisiana will receive $13,692,920 from the U.S. Department of Transportation for pipeline safety improvements. This funding comes from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).
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Louisiana receives $4 million for infrastructure from federal investment
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy has announced that Louisiana will receive over $4 million from the Delta Regional Authority (DRA) to enhance economic development and improve infrastructure. This funding comes as part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which Cassidy helped negotiate.
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Senator Cassidy tours Bayou Bend Health Center; discusses infrastructure with local leaders
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy recently toured the Bayou Bend Health and Wellness Center in St. Mary Parish, a facility that has been serving patients since 1953. The center offers services comparable to those found in larger city hospitals.
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Cassidy hosts summit addressing Louisiana's energy security and global trade challenges
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy recently hosted the "Louisiana Energy Security Summit: Unleashing American Abundance in a Changing Global Landscape" at the Capitol Park Museum in Baton Rouge. The event gathered leaders from various sectors, including government, industry, and research communities.
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Senators propose $20 billion boost for FEMA's disaster relief amid active hurricane season
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, Marco Rubio, John Cornyn, and Rick Scott have introduced a bill to allocate $20 billion to the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Disaster Relief Fund (DRF). This funding aims to support recovery efforts in states affected by Hurricanes Francine, Helene, and Milton. The DRF is designed to assist individuals, households, states, and non-federal government entities following natural disasters.
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Cassidy announces $22.6 million funding for Caddo-Bossier port connector
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy has announced that the Caddo-Bossier Parishes Port Commission will receive $22,595,853 for the Port of Caddo-Bossier I-69 Connector. This funding comes from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s INFRA grant program and aims to enhance connectivity in the region.
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Senator Cassidy meets Vietnam veterans in DeRidder
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy visited the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter in DeRidder, engaging with veterans during their monthly meeting. The senator discussed ongoing efforts to support veterans and ensure they receive necessary services.
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Cassidy connects Louisiana officials with federal agencies at rural community summit
A summit aimed at fostering rural community development was hosted by U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy in Leesville, Louisiana. This event marked the third Rural Community Funding Summit of 2024, where Cassidy sought to connect local officials from central Louisiana with federal and state agencies responsible for distributing funds from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).
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Senator Cassidy discusses infrastructure impact during visits in Louisiana
Yesterday, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy addressed the Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce, discussing the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act's effects on the local community. "When I was negotiating this bill, it was my hope that our state would benefit as much as possible. It is a pleasure to visit Natchitoches and know that it has received a grant from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill to redo a downtown thoroughfare," said Dr. Cassidy. "I am working so that every village, town and city benefits."