Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.)
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Recent News About Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.)
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Cassidy highlights job creation efforts through infrastructure investments in Monroe
MONROE – This morning, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) addressed the Monroe Chamber of Commerce regarding efforts to boost job creation and support small businesses through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). The legislation has led to investments aimed at attracting new residents and entrepreneurs to Monroe.
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Cassidy announces $14.8 million for flood mitigation in St. Bernard Parish
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA) announced that St. Bernard Parish will receive $14,844,923.25 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for Phase III of the Lake Lery Marsh Creation and Rim Restoration Project. The federal funding aims to establish a lake rim along the northern perimeter of the project area and restore 401.2 acres of broken marsh to protect against future flooding events.
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Senator Cassidy discusses infrastructure improvements for northwest Louisiana
SHREVEPORT – Today, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) addressed both the Bossier and Greater Shreveport Chambers of Commerce to discuss the benefits coming to Northwest Louisiana from his Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and other appropriations that he helped secure in the federal budget.
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Senator Bill Cassidy highlights infrastructure investments at NRBIA meeting
ALEXANDRIA – This afternoon, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) addressed the North Rapides Business and Industry Association’s (NRBIA) monthly meeting, highlighting the benefits of his Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) for central Louisiana. The discussion included a $1.35 billion investment into the GUMBO 2.0 broadband program announced alongside Governor Jeff Landry last Monday.
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U.S. lawmakers condemn Maduro regime’s electoral fraud
On August 26, 2024, U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Marco Rubio (R-FL), Rick Scott (R-FL), Tim Kaine (D-VA), Dick Durbin (D-IL), Michael Bennet (D-CO), and U.S. Representatives Mario Díaz-Balart (R-FL-26) and María Elvira Salazar (R-FL-27) issued a statement condemning the Maduro regime after its Supreme Tribunal of Justice legitimized electoral fraud. The Venezuelan electorate voted for Edmundo González Urrutia as their president-elect nearly a month ago.
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Senator Cassidy discusses infrastructure at SLEMCO town hall
Yesterday afternoon, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) visited SLEMCO, the Southwest Louisiana Electric Membership Cooperation, at their headquarters in Lafayette. He met employees and thanked them for their work in maintaining Louisiana's electrical infrastructure.
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Senators introduce VALOR Act supporting democratic transition in Venezuela
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Jim Risch (R-ID), Michael Bennet (D-CO), Rick Scott (R-FL), and Bill Hagerty (R-TN) have announced their intent to introduce the Venezuela Advancing Liberty, Opportunity, and Rights Act (VALOR Act) when the U.S. Senate reconvenes in September. This legislation aims to establish U.S. policy in support of a transition to democratic order in Venezuela. U.S. Representatives Maria Salazar (R-FL-27) and Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-25) will introduce companion legislation in the House of Representatives.
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Senator Cassidy discusses infrastructure investments with local leaders
LAFAYETTE – Today, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) met with the Mayor of Carencro and then spoke to the Broussard Chamber of Commerce to discuss community improvements through his Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and other measures.
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Senator Cassidy visits small businesses in Livingston Parish
BATON ROUGE – This morning, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) visited Cain’s Family Market and Metal Fab Guys in Livingston Parish to understand their community service and economic needs.
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Senator Cassidy tours West Closure Complex discussing infrastructure investments
METAIRIE – Yesterday afternoon, following a meeting with Parish Presidents in Marrero, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) toured the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway West Closure Complex (WCC). The complex reduces the risk of flooding from hurricanes and other weather events for numerous residents and businesses in Jefferson, Orleans, and Plaquemines Parishes.
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Senator Bill Cassidy receives praise for efforts on flood insurance affordability
Jim Beam, retired editor of the American Press, has commended U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) for his ongoing efforts to make the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) more affordable. In an American Press column, Beam referred to Cassidy as “[Louisiana’s] strongest advocate.”
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Senator Cassidy addresses infrastructure funding at River Region Chamber breakfast
BATON ROUGE – This morning, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) spoke at the River Region Chamber of Commerce’s quarterly breakfast in LaPlace. He discussed the funds allocated to the state and the River Parishes from his Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), including plans to extend high-speed broadband throughout rural Louisiana.
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Cassidy announces launch of $1.35B broadband program funded by infrastructure law
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and Governor Jeff Landry have announced the launch of the GUMBO 2.0 broadband program, which will implement a $1.35 billion investment secured by Cassidy through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). The initiative aims to expand broadband access to 100,000 homes—including 60,000 in rural parishes—35,000 businesses, and 4,000 community anchor institutions such as schools, hospitals, and law enforcement agencies.
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Cassidy announces $133,000 for Kenner's wastewater infrastructure
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced that the City of Kenner will receive $133,000 from the Delta Regional Authority (DRA) through his Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). The funds are designated for wastewater infrastructure improvements following Hurricane Ida.
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Cassidy, Coons criticize Meta's decision to shut down CrowdTangle
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy (R-LA) and Chris Coons (D-DE) have expressed strong disapproval of Meta's decision to shut down CrowdTangle, a transparency tool used by researchers to monitor public content on Facebook, Instagram, and other platforms. This action comes despite the senators' previous request for Meta to delay the shutdown.
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Cassidy announces $4.1 million for Louisiana airports from infrastructure law
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced that the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will grant Louisiana a total of $4,113,093 to improve local airports from his Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).
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Republican senators introduce resolution against Biden-Harris gas car ban
On August 8, 2024, U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Ted Cruz (R-TX), and 27 Republican colleagues introduced a disapproval resolution under the Congressional Review Act (CRA) to overturn a new Biden-Harris administration regulation that would effectively ban gas-powered automobiles and force American consumers to buy electric vehicles.
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Legislation introduced to prohibit state excise taxes on firearms
On August 7, 2024, U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy (R-LA) and Jim Risch (R-ID), along with U.S. Representative Darrell Issa (R-CA-48) and six colleagues, introduced the Freedom from Unfair Gun Taxes Act. The bill aims to prohibit states from imposing excise taxes on firearms and ammunition intended to fund gun control programs.
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Senators introduce bill enhancing 403(b) plans' investment options
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Katie Britt (R-AL), Raphael Warnock (D-GA), and Gary Peters (D-MI) have introduced the Retirement Fairness for Charities and Educational Institutions Act to enhance investment options for 403(b) retirement plans. These plans are similar to 401(k) plans but are offered to employees of non-profit organizations, such as public universities, hospitals, churches, and charities.
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Senators introduce bill offering tax credits for disaster mitigation on working coastlines
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy (R-LA) and Angus King (I-ME) have introduced legislation aimed at providing a disaster mitigation tax credit to working waterfronts located on coasts and navigable waterways. The proposed bill, titled the Working Waterfronts Disaster Mitigation Tax Credit Act, would offer a 30 percent tax credit on up to $1 million in mitigation expenses, adjusted annually for inflation.