WASHINGTON (January 16, 2025) – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced Louisiana will receive $21,383,846.26 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in Hurricanes Laura and Ida relief.
“Louisiana is stronger than ever, but fully rebuilding takes time,” said Dr. Cassidy. “This funding will help our communities recover and be prepared for the next storm.”
| Grant Awarded | Recipient | Project Description |
| $4,565,972.53 | City of Lake Charles | This grant will provide federal funding for repairs to the Wastewater Treatment Plant Blower Building damaged by Hurricane Laura. |
| $10,424,560.97 | Louisiana Office of Risk Management | This grant will provide federal funding for the West Grand Terre Beach Project in Grand Isle, Louisiana, following Hurricane Ida. |
| $5,226,646.21 | Louisiana Office of Risk Management | This grant will provide federal funding for repairs to the Turtle Cove Complex at Southeastern Louisiana University. |
| $1,166,666.55 | West Carroll Parish | This grant will provide federal funding the installation of thirteen permanent emergency generators and one portable generator. The generators will be positioned at three sewer lift stations/sewer plants, two water plants, eight volunteer fire stations, and one municipal building. The funding will ensure emergency and backup power, ensure continuous operation of essential infrastructure and critical facilities during power outages. |
