U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D., used his social media account on March 26, 2026, to address a range of issues relevant to Louisiana, including college sports regulation, infrastructure funding, and engagement with local students.
In a post published at 13:21 UTC, Cassidy commented on the state of college athletics: “College sports is a multi-billion-dollar industry with ENORMOUS impact on places like Baton Rouge. But court decisions, lack of rules, and insufficient leadership have led college sports down a dangerous path. We have to PROTECT students! Holding a hearing on this today.”
Later that day at 14:31 UTC, he highlighted federal investments in Louisiana’s transportation sector: “Still delivering for Louisiana! I’m proud to announce $1.5 MILLION in additional funding from my infrastructure bill for ports and airports around the state! This funding helps move more goods, support local jobs, and keep our state competitive for decades to come.”
At 16:25 UTC, Cassidy shared an interaction with high school students: “Loved sitting down with students from Thibodaux High School. Young Louisianans never fail to impress me. Our future is very bright!”
Senator Cassidy serves as chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee and sits on the Finance, Energy and Natural Resources, and Veterans Affairs Committees (official website). He has also co-founded the Greater Baton Rouge Community Clinic to provide free health services for underserved populations in the region (official website). His legislative priorities include reducing health care costs and advancing coastal restoration initiatives.
