Senator Bill Cassidy highlights NDAA support, health care costs, and addiction recovery efforts

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Senator Bill Cassidy - Sen. Bill Cassidy Official Website
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U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D., representing Louisiana in the U.S. Senate and chairman of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions, shared updates on recent legislative efforts and community events through a series of posts on December 17, 2025.

In his first post of the day, Cassidy highlighted his support for national defense legislation: “I was proud to support the passage of this year’s NDAA. America’s strength begins with the men and women who serve. Let’s invest in our service members and their families to ensure the United States remains prepared to face any challenge.” (December 17, 2025)

Later that evening, Cassidy addressed health care affordability: “The first step to making health care affordable again is addressing the out-of-pocket costs. Let’s empower families with money in their pockets so they can afford their out-of-pocket https://t.co/i43zEYcVoy” (December 17, 2025)

He also posted about a community event focused on addiction recovery: ” Photos from this week’s event at NAMI in New Orleans celebrating the SUPPORT Act. Thank you to the angel families, law enforcement, and community leaders who joined us. We are working together to save lives and bring hope to those fighting addiction. https://t.co/OhSf8fG0cI” (December 17, 2025)

Cassidy’s background includes medical education at Louisiana State University and work as a physician before entering public service. He began his political career in the Louisiana State Senate and later served in the U.S. House for Louisiana’s 6th Congressional District before being elected to the U.S. Senate in 2014. As chairman of a key Senate committee, he influences federal policy on health care, labor, education, and retirement. Cassidy maintains offices across multiple cities in Louisiana, serving constituents at both state and federal levels.



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