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There were 10 Hispanic or Latino students enrolled in Catahoula Parish's school district in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Louisiana Department of Education.

Cassidy Visits Israel After Hamas Terrorist Attacks

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) recently visited Israel as part of a bipartisan Senate delegation to express unwavering support for the Jewish State of Israel. During his trip, Cassidy met with Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu, the war cabinet, and the families of Israeli-American hostages held by Hamas.In response to the brutal terrorist attacks by Hamas, Cassidy introduced bipartisan resolutions in support of Israel and condemning Hamas's actions. He urged President Joe Biden to prioritize the release of American hostages held by Hamas and called for the freezing of...

How many American Indian students were enrolled in Grant Parish School District schools in 2021-22 school year?

In Grant Parish School District schools, there were 15 American Indian students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Louisiana Department of Education.

Cassidy, Peters Introduce Bill to Simplify Requirements for Hazard Mitigation Grants

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and Gary Peters (D-MI) have introduced a new bill aimed at simplifying the requirements for demonstrating the cost-effectiveness of hazard mitigation grants. The legislation, known as the Facilitating Hazard Mitigations Projects Act, seeks to reduce the bureaucratic red tape that often hinders communities from accessing the resources needed to build protections against natural disasters.Dr. Cassidy highlighted the importance of making it easier for Louisiana communities to apply for grants to fund resiliency projects, stating,...

LaSalle Parish Education: 26 Hispanic or Latino students were enrolled in 2021-22 school year

In LaSalle Parish's school district, 1% of students identified as Hispanic or Latino in the 2021-22 school year.

How many Asian students were enrolled in Avoyelles Parish School District schools in 2021-22 school year?

In Avoyelles Parish School District schools, there were 21 Asian students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Louisiana Department of Education.

Cassidy, King Lead Letter Urging Labor Department to Remove Barriers Holding Back Vets from Job Opportunities

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy and Angus King have sent a letter to the Department of Labor (DOL), urging them to change eligibility criteria for veterans looking to enter the workforce. Specifically, they are calling for transitioning service members to be categorized as eligible for career services programs funded by Jobs for Veterans State Grants (JVSG).The JVSG program provides federal funding to State Workforce Agencies, allowing them to hire staff who provide veterans and eligible individuals facing employment barriers with personalized career and training-related...

Cassidy Announces $8.8 Million for South Louisiana in Hurricane Ida Relief

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) has announced that South Louisiana will receive $8,801,237.31 in Hurricane Ida relief from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The funding aims to assist the communities that were severely impacted by the destructive hurricane."Hurricane Ida hit South Louisiana hard and left a path of destruction in its wake," said Dr. Cassidy. "However, our communities have shown great resiliency in the aftermath. This funding will help return them to wholeness."As part of the relief efforts, St. Charles Parish will receive...

Cassidy Calls Out Biden Administration for Fishy Hydrogen Hub Selection Process

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) has expressed serious concerns about the Biden administration's selection process for hydrogen hubs. At a Senate Energy and Natural Resources hearing, Cassidy criticized the administration for favoring states with little or no history of hydrogen production and industry need/use, while snubbing Louisiana's joint application with Arkansas and Oklahoma."I'm worried the fix was in before it actually started," said Dr. Cassidy. He pointed out that 11 of the 16 states selected for hydrogen hubs are represented by Democratic senators, even...

Cassidy, Rubio, Colleagues Demand Biden Expand Border Wall Construction

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and Marco Rubio (R-FL), along with eleven Republican colleagues, have called on President Joe Biden to resume and expand construction of the border wall, as reported on October 19, 2023. The senators have also requested that the administration resubmit its supplemental funding request to include specific resources for border construction.The Biden Administration has recently indicated that it will proceed with the construction of approximately 20 miles of the border wall, after years of inaction and in the midst of a crisis at the...

Enrollment Analysis: Asian students comprised 0.4% of Natchitoches Parish School District’s student body in 2021-22 school year

In Natchitoches Parish School District 0.4% of students identified as Asian in the 2021-22 school year.

Grant Parish Education: 30 Hispanic or Latino students were enrolled in 2021-22 school year

There were 30 Hispanic or Latino students enrolled in Grant Parish's school district in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Louisiana Department of Education.

Cassidy, Ernst, Booker Urge President Biden to Do Everything in His Power to Rescue American Hostages

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, Joni Ernst, Cory Booker, and 46 colleagues have sent a letter to President Joe Biden urging him to prioritize the rescue of American hostages who were taken by Hamas during the terrorist organization's attacks on Israel. The senators expressed their concern over the lives of the hostages, as well as the threat posed by Hamas.In the letter, the senators highlighted the brutal nature of Hamas' attacks, which have resulted in the death of 30 Americans and the injury of many more. They emphasized that the terrorists responsible for these atrocities...

Cassidy Joins Senate Resolution Demanding Safe Release of Hostages from Hamas

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Jacky Rosen (D-NV), and six colleagues have introduced a bipartisan resolution condemning Hamas's brutal terrorist attacks on Israel and demanding the safe release of all hostages. The resolution also calls for the return of the hostages to their homes. Senator Rosen, who recently visited Israel as part of a bipartisan delegation, met with Israeli leaders and families of those held hostage.Speaking about their visit to Israel, Senator Cassidy said, "The most powerful meeting we had in Israel was talking with the...

Cassidy Announces $304 Million for Louisiana Grid Resilience from his Infrastructure Law

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), has proudly declared that Louisiana will be receiving $304,157,661.00 million in Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnership (GRIP) Program funding from his Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). The funding, provided by the U.S. Department of Energy, aims to strengthen the resiliency of the electricity grid in the state."When writing the Infrastructure Law, strengthening the resiliency of the electricity grid was top of mind," said Dr. Cassidy. "By having a seat at the table, Louisiana is receiving the money needed to keep...

Enrollment Analysis: Hispanic or Latino students comprised 2.1% of Caldwell Parish’s districts student body in 2021-22 school year

In Caldwell Parish's school district, 2.1% of students identified as Hispanic or Latino in the 2021-22 school year.

Cassidy Announces $88.3 Million for Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development Thanks to His Infrastructure Law

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) has announced that the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LaDOTD) will receive $88.3 million for the LA 415 Interconnector Project – Phase 1. This funding, made possible by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), will support the construction of highways and bridges, alleviate traffic congestion, and establish an additional hurricane evacuation route for the Baton Rouge Metropolitan area.Dr. Cassidy highlighted the significance of this investment in Louisiana's transportation and infrastructure sector,...

Cassidy, Risch, Cardin, Colleagues Introduce Resolution in Support for Israel

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Jim Risch, (R-ID), Ben Cardin (D-MD), and 97 colleagues introduced a bipartisan resolution in support of Israel following the brutal attacks by the terrorist organization Hamas.In a statement, Senator Cassidy expressed his unwavering support for Israel, stating, "Israel stood with America during our war on terror, America must stand with Israel during its war on terror."Senator Risch also expressed his support, saying, "The United States will continue to unequivocally support the people of Israel as they defend...

Enrollment Analysis: Asian students comprised 0.4% of Beauregard Parish School District’s student body in 2021-22 school year