Submitted by United States Senators John Kennedy and Bill Cassidy of Louisiana
WASHINGTON (December 9, 2024) – Senator John Kennedy (R-La.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and Senator Bill Cassidy (R-La.), today announced $4,775,507 in Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grants for Louisiana disaster aid.
“When a hurricane hits south Louisiana, it can take power lines down, causing Louisianians to rely on backup electricity sources. This $4.8 million will fund the purchase of 18 emergency generators for St. Bernard Parish,” said Kennedy.
“Putting precautions in place is the best way to prevent future devastation,” said Dr. Cassidy. “These generators will help St. Bernard Parish keep the lights on and prepare for the next storm.”
The FEMA aid will fund the following:
- $4,524,165 to St. Bernard Parish to fund the purchase and installation of 18 permanent generators.
- $251,342 to St. Bernard Parish for management costs associated with the purchase of 18 permanent, emergency backup generators.
