WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced Louisiana will receive a combined $34,795,662.15 in new federal funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Delta Regional Authority (DRA).
The FEMA funding, totaling $34,358,062.15, will support disaster recovery and emergency preparedness tied to Hurricanes Laura and Ida, the 2016 floods, and Hurricane Francine. The DRA funding, totaling $437,600.00 from Cassidy’s Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), will support strategic planning for infrastructure and economic development.
“Building a better Louisiana starts with hurricane preparedness, stronger infrastructure, and smart planning,” said Dr. Cassidy. “This funding will help us rebuild after disasters, prepare for future emergencies, make our roads safer, and boost local economies.”
See below for a list of the funding Cassidy secured:
FEMA Disaster Recovery & Emergency Preparedness
| Funding Amount | Recipient | Project Description |
| $4,056,819.12 | St. James Parish Hospital | This grant provides federal funding for permanent repairs to the hospital and medical plaza following Hurricane Ida. |
| $2,722,755.38 | Jefferson Parish – Water & Drainage Departments | This grant provides federal funding for emergency pumping and generator operations to protect water and drainage systems during Hurricane Ida. |
| $2,506,500.00 | Jefferson Parish Public School System | This grant provides federal funding for emergency mold remediation and air stabilization at school facilities following Hurricane Ida. |
| $1,763,210.02 | Lake Charles Harbor and Terminal District | This grant provides federal funding for replacement of the City Docks Transit Shed 7 warehouse building following Hurricane Laura. |
| $1,727,040.01 | Plaquemines Parish | This grant provides federal funding for eligible loan and interest costs tied to permanent disaster repairs following Hurricane Ida. |
| $1,676,972.28 | St. Charles Parish (Management Costs) | This grant provides federal funding for management costs related to Hurricane Ida recovery. |
| $1,578,919.95 | Town of Golden Meadow | This grant provides federal funding for permanent repairs to recreational facilities and mitigation following Hurricane Ida. |
| $1,563,985.91 | The Society Of The Roman Catholic Church Of The Diocese Of Lake Charles | This grant provides federal funding for the lease and placement of temporary modular classrooms, offices, and restrooms at St. Louis High School in Lake Charles following Hurricane Laura to serve students and staff until permanent replacements are completed. |
| $1,496,684.55 | Jefferson Parish – Sanitary System (Hurricane Francine) | This grant provides federal funding for emergency sanitary system pumping and temporary lift-station support during Hurricane Francine. |
| $1,600,548.33 | St. Charles Parish Hospital Service District | This grant provides federal funding for permanent repairs to St. Charles Parish Hospital Service District following Hurricane Ida. |
| $1,428,700.43 | Livingston Parish Public Schools | This grant provides federal funding for temporary modular classrooms and campus facilities at Denham Springs Elementary following the 2016 floods. |
| $1,154,024.46 | Chennault International Airport Authority (Management Costs) | This grant provides federal funding for management costs related to Hurricane Laura recovery. |
| $1,071,417.51 | Lafourche Parish Hospital Service District #1 | This grant provides federal funding for permanent restorations, including roof replacements and interior repairs, following Hurricane Ida. |
| $1,046,202.96 | Community Center & Playground District No. 2 of Ward 4 (McMurry Park) | This grant provides federal funding for permanent repairs at McMurry Park following Hurricane Laura. |
DRA Funding Through Cassidy’s IIJA
| Funding Amount | Recipient | Project Description |
| $150,000.00 | Terrebonne Parish Department of Public Works | This grant provides federal funding to develop a comprehensive transportation plan that will record and classify road conditions and proactively prioritize repairs before they result in costly emergencies. |
| $147,600.00 | Columbia Port Commission | This grant provides federal funding to develop a regional strategic plan assessing and expanding freight and infrastructure development along the Ouachita-Black River Corridor. |
| $140,000.00 | Build Baton Rouge | This grant provides federal funding to develop a comprehensive economic development strategic plan focused on revitalizing north Baton Rouge, catalyzing investment, and addressing persistent disparities. |
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