Legislative NewsLouisiana LevelCassidy Announces $9.9 Million for Louisiana in Hurricane, Seawater Intrusion Relief

Cassidy Announces $9.9 Million for Louisiana in Hurricane, Seawater Intrusion Relief

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WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced Louisiana will receive $9,866,737.76 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for Hurricane Laura, Hurricane Ida, and seawater intrusion relief.

“Louisiana is a beacon of strength and resilience through any storm,” said Dr. Cassidy. “This funding will help restore our communities, prepare for future hurricanes, and ensure they are equipped with clean water.”

Grant AwardedRecipientProject Description
$4,680,568.18Church of the KingThis grant will provide federal funding for permanent repairs as a result of Hurricane Laura.
$1,991,002.41Roman Catholic Church Archdiocese of New OrleansThis grant will provide federal funding for emergency protective measures as a result of Hurricane Ida.
$3,195,167.17Plaquemines ParishThis grant will provide federal funding for emergency protective measures at the Belle Chasse Water Treatment Plant as a result of seawater intrusion.
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