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Cassidy Announces $8.6 Million for Louisiana in Hurricane Ida, Laura Relief

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WASHINGTON (March 29, 2025) – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced Louisiana will receive $8,588,163.29 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for Hurricanes Ida and Laura relief.

“This funding supports critical recovery efforts in South Louisiana—from restoring schools in Terrebonne Parish to rebuilding port infrastructure in Lake Charles,” said Dr. Cassidy. “These investments help communities come back stronger and better prepared for the next storm.” 

Grant AwardedRecipientProject Description
$1,515,421.78Lake Charles Harbor and Terminal DistrictThis grant will provide federal funding for permanent repairs to the Bulk Terminal Ship Loader #2 as a direct result of Hurricane Laura.
$1,734,597.39Community Center and Playground District Number 2 of Ward 4This grant will provide federal funding for permanent repairs to Center Circle Park facilities as a direct result of Hurricane Laura.
$2,466,919.65Terrebonne General Medical Center LHAThis grant will provide federal funding for management costs associated with eligible recovery projects as a result of Hurricane Ida.
$2,871,224.47Terrebonne Parish School BoardThis grant will provide federal funding for permanent repairs to facilities at Bourg Elementary, Mulberry Elementary, and West Park as a direct result of Hurricane Ida.
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