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News from November 2023

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Beauregard Parish schools’ student body comprised mostly of white students in 2022-23 school year

By Central Louisiana News | Nov 30, 2023

In Beauregard Parish schools, white was the most common ethnicity in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Louisiana Department of Education.

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Cassidy, Whitehouse, King Introduce Bill to Combat Cross-Border Money Laundering, Financial Crimes

By Central Louisiana News | Nov 30, 2023

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, Sheldon Whitehouse, and Angus King have introduced the Combating Cross-border Financial Crime Act of 2023. This legislation aims to establish a Cross-Border Financial Crime Center within the Department of Homeland Security, which will coordinate investigations and information sharing related to financial crimes with a nexus to the U.S. border.Dr. Cassidy highlights the need for a coordinated effort to combat counterfeit and illegal goods crossing the border, stating that the current approach is not effective. He believes that a Fusion Center...

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Cassidy, Scott, Colleagues Demand Answers from Biden Administration on Latest Iran Sanctions Waiver

By Central Louisiana News | Nov 30, 2023

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Tim Scott (R-SC), and 23 Republican colleagues are calling on Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen, and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin to provide oversight on the Biden administration's lack of a cohesive Iran strategy. The senators are concerned about the recent decision to extend an Iran sanctions waiver, which grants Iran access to approximately $10 billion.The senators wrote a letter expressing their concerns, stating, "A strong signal of deterrence—utilizing military, economic, and...

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Cassidy Announces $11.7 Million in Hurricane Laura, Ida Relief

By Central Louisiana News | Nov 30, 2023

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) has announced that Louisiana will receive $11,688,359.21 in relief funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the damages caused by Hurricanes Laura and Ida. The funds will be allocated to Jefferson Davis Electric Cooperative, Inc. for emergency protective measures resulting from Hurricane Laura, and to Terrebonne Parish for debris removal operations following Hurricane Ida.Dr. Cassidy expressed his confidence in Louisiana's resilience, stating, "Despite being hit hard by hurricanes over the past few years,...

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Cassidy Announces $4.4 Million for Louisiana from His Infrastructure Law

By Central Louisiana News | Nov 30, 2023

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) has announced that Louisiana will be receiving $4.4 million from the Delta Regional Authority (DRA) through his Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). The funds will be allocated towards public and transportation infrastructure as well as flood control needs.Dr. Cassidy emphasized the importance of improving the infrastructure across Louisiana, stating that it is a crucial step towards building a strong economy for the future. He expressed his satisfaction with the Infrastructure Law, highlighting the fact that it ensures...

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U.S. Must Enact Trade Policy to Support Louisiana Industry, Penalize Global Polluters

By Central Louisiana News | Nov 30, 2023

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), State Senator Caleb Kleinpeter (R-Port Allen), and State Representative Blake Miguez (R-Erath) have written a joint editorial for the USA Today Network, highlighting their efforts to hold global polluters accountable. The lawmakers are advocating for trade policies that target foreign polluters while benefiting American workers.The lawmakers stress that America produces energy and manufactures products cleaner than anywhere else. They emphasize that the United States should take advantage of this reality and reward it. Despite...

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Cassidy, Wyden, Crapo Call on White House to Reverse Course on Digital Trade and Stand Up to China, Support American Workers and Human Rights

By Central Louisiana News | Nov 30, 2023

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, Ron Wyden, Mike Crapo, and 29 colleagues have written a letter to President Biden urging him to reverse a decision made by the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) to abandon long-held positions at the World Trade Organization (WTO) regarding digital trade. The senators are calling on the White House to reaffirm America's global economic leadership and support American workers and human rights.In the letter, the senators express their concerns about the USTR's decision to withdraw support for key commitments in the e-commerce negotiations at the...

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Avoyelles Parish schools’ student body comprised mostly of white students in 2022-23 school year

By Central Louisiana News | Nov 29, 2023

White was the most represented ethnicity in Avoyelles Parish schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Louisiana Department of Education.

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Cassidy Announces $9.3 Million for Coastal Restoration, Resiliency from His Infrastructure Law

By Central Louisiana News | Nov 29, 2023

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) has announced that Louisiana will be receiving $9,337,300.00 from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) for coastal restoration and resiliency. Dr. Cassidy emphasized the importance of protecting the coastline and building resilience against future storms, stating that it is a top priority for him."Protecting our coastline and building resiliency against future storms is a top priority," said Dr. Cassidy. "Because I had a seat at the table for the Infrastructure Law, there are dollars coming to Louisiana to protect our...

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Cassidy, Hagerty Call Out Biden for Ignoring Demands for Transparency on Taxpayer-Funded Voter-Mobilization Plans

By Central Louisiana News | Nov 29, 2023

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy (R-LA) and Bill Hagerty (R-TN) have joined 21 Republican colleagues in sending a letter to President Joe Biden, expressing concerns over the lack of transparency regarding the use of taxpayer dollars to implement Executive Order 14019. The order instructed federal agencies to engage in voter mobilization and submit plans to the White House for doing so. The senators are concerned that this may be a potential violation of the Antideficiency Act, which prohibits agencies from expending federal funds without Congressional authorization.In the...

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West Oaks Academy standout Chris Mubiru’s college team lost in NCAA D1 game on Tuesday, November 28

By Central Louisiana News | Nov 29, 2023

The game took place in Monroe, Louisiana.

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On Tuesday, November 28, Millwood High School standout Justin Wilson competed in NCAA D1 game

By Central Louisiana News | Nov 29, 2023

The Northwestern State Demons lost 70-74 in their NCAA D1 game against the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks on Tuesday, November 28.

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On Tuesday, November 28, former The Patrick School standout Anthony Thomas’ college team lost in an NCAA D1 game

By Central Louisiana News | Nov 29, 2023

The Northwestern State Demons lost 70-74 in their NCAA D1 game against the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks on Tuesday, November 28.

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Lowndes High School standout J.C. Riley Jr.’s college team lost in NCAA D1 game on Tuesday, November 28

By Central Louisiana News | Nov 29, 2023

The game took place in Monroe, Louisiana.

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On Tuesday, November 28, former Word of God Christian Academy standout Chase Forte’s college team lost in an NCAA D1 game

By Central Louisiana News | Nov 29, 2023

The Northwestern State Demons lost 70-74 in their NCAA D1 game against the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks on Tuesday, November 28.

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Grapevine High School standout Mitch Williams’ college team lost in NCAA D1 game on Tuesday, November 28

By Central Louisiana News | Nov 29, 2023

The Northwestern State Demons lost 70-74 in their NCAA D1 game against the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks on Tuesday, November 28.

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On Tuesday, November 28, former Palmetto High School standout Jimel Lane’s college team lost in an NCAA D1 game

By Central Louisiana News | Nov 29, 2023

The game took place in Monroe, Louisiana.

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On Tuesday, November 28, Thomasville High School standout Cliff Davis competed in NCAA D1 game

By Central Louisiana News | Nov 29, 2023

The Northwestern State Demons lost 70-74 in their NCAA D1 game against the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks on Tuesday, November 28.

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Jae Slack, former Arlington High School standout, played on Tuesday, November 28 in NCAA D1 game

By Central Louisiana News | Nov 29, 2023

The Northwestern State Demons lost 70-74 in their NCAA D1 game against the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks on Tuesday, November 28.

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On Tuesday, November 28, Tift County High School standout JT Warren competed in NCAA D1 game

By Central Louisiana News | Nov 29, 2023

The Northwestern State Demons lost 70-74 in their NCAA D1 game against the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks on Tuesday, November 28.