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Cassidy Announces Louisiana Will Receive $21.8 Million from FEMA

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Submitted by United States Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana

WASHINGTON (Feb. 16, 2024) – United States Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced Louisiana will receive $21,779,074.77 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in Hurricane Laura, Hurricane Ida, and severe winter storm relief.

“Louisiana is a beacon of strength and resilience through any storm,” said Dr. Cassidy. “This funding will help our communities return to wholeness and better prepare for the next one.”

AwardedRecipientProject Description
$1,094,352.33Calcasieu Parish School BoardThis grant will provide federal funding for damages to the College Oaks Elementary School as a result of Hurricane Laura.
$1,744,602.99Beauregard ParishThis grant will provide federal funding as a result of Hurricane Laura.
$1,674,085.63Office of Risk ManagementThis grant will provide federal funding for statewide building repairs as a result of severe winter storm.
$2,203,374.65Jefferson ParishThis grant will provide federal funding for emergency protective measures as a result of Hurricane Ida.
$12,849,079.42Jefferson ParishThis grant will provide federal funding for emergency protective measures as a result of Hurricane Ida. 
$2,213,579.75Terrebonne Levee & Conservation DistrictThis grant will provide federal funding for permanent work to the Petit Caillou Floodgate due to Hurricane Ida. 
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