Cassidy Delivers Floor Speech Urging Congress to Make Flood Insurance Affordable Again
gotten hundreds of millions for flood mitigation and coastal restoration. This is a bargain for the federal taxpayer
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Cassidy Announces Over $18.9 Million for Louisiana Hurricane Ida, Francine Recovery
Francine. The funding will assist with debris removal, coastal restoration, and management costs for local and state agencies
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State University to train mariners for critical inland, coastal and offshore industries. Amount Requested:$2 million Project Location … Project Location:Monroe Recipient Name:Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Project Purpose:This funding will restore
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programs across the nation, including infrastructure and coastal restoration. Below are resources regarding eligibility and the application process
Local Spotlight: Cassidy Highlights ISLE DE JEAN Charles Marina Owner for Lifelong Commitment to the Bayou
about a man who represents the heart of coastal Louisiana—Theo Chaisson. Theo, a member of the United
Kennedy, Wicker, colleagues introduce bill to renew Gulf state partnerships, protect Louisiana wildlife
private sector that help communities better coordinate coastal resources. “Louisiana is the Sportsman’s Paradise … strong and clean,” said Kennedy. “Mississippi and other coastal states share similar concerns regarding American waters, including
Cassidy Secures OVER $293 Million for Louisiana in Appropriations Bills Heading to President Trump’s DESK
Gulf project, $20 million for Southwest Coastal Louisiana for hurricane and shoreline protection, and $43.6 million
Kennedy secures major Louisiana wins, cuts wasteful spending, and strengthens defense priorities in FY 2026 Energy and Water Development spending bill
million) Advances critical flood protection features for coastal Louisiana. West Bank and Vicinity Project ($43.6 million) Supports additional … levees and other key flood control features. Southwest Coastal Protection ($20 million) Supports the construction of two additional
Icymi: Cassidy PENS OP-ED on Strengthening Louisiana’s Coast, Supporting Fishermen, Offshore Workers
South Louisiana by delivering billions of dollars for coastal mitigation projects and protecting Louisiana’s shrimpers and fishermen … receive an extra $46 million per year for coastal restoration. You can’t fish or produce energy without
Cassidy Introduces BILL to Protect Flood Insurance Program
year of authority, we protect homeowners, lenders, and coastal economies from needless disruption during lapses in authorization. Background
Cassidy Introduces Resolution Designating September 20–27 National Estuaries WEEK
vital role estuaries, bays, sounds, and coastal regions play in our nation’s future,”said Daniel Hayden, President … Estuaries.“Nearly 40% of Americans live in a coastal region and many more rely on them for food
Cassidy Announces OVER $122 Million for Calcasieu-sabine Marsh Restoration Project
Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced the Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA) will receive … will restore and protect natural resources, ecosystems, and coastal wetlands in the Cameron-Creole Watershed, while also supporting
Cassidy Delivers Speech Ahead of 20TH Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina
test multiple times. I provided millions in coastal resiliency grants through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs
Cassidy Discusses JOB Creation and Tourism in NEW Orleans AREA
From expanded small business tax relief to record coastal restoration funding, these investments will fuel opportunity
Cassidy Introduces Legislation to Offer TAX Credits to Working Waterfronts at RISK of Natural Disaster Damage
coasts and navigable waterways. “Let’s empower coastal businesses to invest in flood and disaster prevention before … protects our way of life, fishing and coastal industries, and the livelihoods of Louisiana families.” Cassidy was joined
Cassidy, Republican Colleagues Demand End to Biden-Era Flood Insurance Premiums
seniors on fixed incomes—out of the program. Coastal parishes, which depend on flood insurance to secure mortgages … income homeowners, along with high-risk coastal areas, are being priced out at far higher rates than urban
Cassidy Delivers Floor Speech Calling for Affordable Flood Insurance Ahead of Hurricane Season
think, “Well I don’t live in a coastal state like Louisiana, for example. My house
Cassidy Calls for Continuation of BRIC Flood Mitigation Program
rivers and inland flooding as it is about coastal flooding. It’s as much about the entire
Cassidy, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Bolster Economy by Supporting Commercial Fishing Industry
whole industry can fall apart,” said Senator Murkowski. “Coastal communities, family-owned fishing boats, and Alaskans who work
Cassidy Meets Business Leaders in Metairie, Tours DSC Dredge Facility in Reserve
tributaries, and $251 million for flood and coastal emergencies, directly benefiting Louisiana. Thanks to these efforts, dredging
Cassidy Delivers Floor Speech Calling for Two Year Extension of National Flood Insurance Program
just a Louisiana—or even coastal—issue. Look at a map of those affected. The states in dark
Cassidy, Daines, Colleagues Reintroduce Bill to Unleash American Energy, Hold Lease Sales in Gulf
Constitution, revenues from offshore leasing are dedicated to coastal restoration. 2024 was the first year without an offshore
ICYMI: American Press Highlights Cassidy’s 2024 Legislative Accomplishments
which is the largest in infrastructure and coastal resiliency in the history of Louisiana. During the news conference
Kennedy on Fox News: Congress should unwind Biden’s disastrous energy policies to restore the American economy
prohibit all future leases in the restricted coastal areas, making it extremely difficult for the incoming Trump administration
Cassidy, President-elect Trump, Interior Nominee Burgum in Lockstep on Offshore Energy, Holding China Accountable
offshore energy revenue sharing that Louisiana uses for coastal restoration He also pushed back on disastrous proposals from