Press Releases
Cassidy Announces Committee Assignments
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) today announced he will serve on the following committees. "Louisianans sent me here to get stuff done for our state, and a spot on these committees will allow me to continue that work," said Dr. Cassidy. "Looking forward to a productive Congress." Committee Assignments: Committee on Health Education, Labor, & Pensions Committee on Finance Committee on Energy & Natural Resources Committee on Veterans Affairs Finance Committee Subcommi… Continue Reading
01.31.23
Cassidy Announces $1.8 Million from the Infrastructure Law for Road Safety
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) today announced Louisiana will receive $1,771,680.00 from his Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) to help communities develop action plans to make roadways safer for drivers and pedestrians. This is additional funding to the $5.1 million that was announced last week from IIJA for road safety. "There are too many roads in Louisiana that are dangerous for the families who drive on them," said Dr. Cassidy. "This funding from the infrastructure law… Continue Reading
01.31.23
Cassidy Cosponsors Legislation to Block Defense Department’s Green New Deal Mandates
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), cosponsored Senator John Hoeven's (R-ND) the Focus on the Mission Act, legislation to prevent the Department of Defense (DoD) from imposing on federal contractors a new environmental rule that would increase national defense costs. "The Department of Defense's new environmental rule is a handout to radical special interests at the expense of our national security," said Dr. Cassidy. "Their priority should be defending our nation, not appeasing woke climat… Continue Reading
01.31.23
Cassidy, Brown Urge Administration to Increase Duties on Russian Ferrosilicon Imports
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and Sherrod Brown (D-OH) today urged the Biden administration to increase duties on Russian ferrosilicon that contains 75 percent silicon to a 35 percent tax per unit in a letter to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Acting Commissioner Troy Miller and U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai. This effort will help bolster domestic production of ferrosilicon and replace Russian imports that finance the country's illegal invasion of Ukraine. "Globe Sp… Continue Reading
01.31.23
Cassidy, Lankford, Colleagues Want to Stop Government Shutdowns, Force Congress to Do Its Job
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) James Lankford (R-OK), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), and eight colleagues introduced the Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2023, which would take government shutdowns off the table and force Congress to stay in town until their work is done. "Louisianans are tired of Congress punting their responsibility. This is a commonsense solution to make sure our government continues functioning," said Dr. Cassidy. "We need to change our spending and our spending process… Continue Reading
01.31.23
Cassidy Announces $13.4 Million in Hurricane Relief
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced Louisiana will receive $13,364,640.57 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in relief for Hurricanes Katrina, Laura, Delta, and Ida. "Louisianans are resilient no matter the storm," said Dr. Cassidy. "This funding will help our coastal communities continue to recover and help families get back on their feet." Grant Awarded Recipient Project Description $6,225,332.00 Concordia Parish Police Jury-Br… Continue Reading
01.27.23
Cassidy Announces $5.1 Million from the Infrastructure Law to Make Roads Safer
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) today announced Louisiana will receive $5,110,200 from his Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) for road improvements across the state. Specifically, the funding will allow communities across Louisiana to create action plans to address and prevent roadway deaths and serious injuries. "Parents should have peace of mind knowing the roads are safe when driving their children to school," said Dr. Cassidy. "This funding from the Infrastructure Investm… Continue Reading
01.27.23
Cassidy Announces $16.5 Million in Hurricane Laura, Ida Relief
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced Louisiana will receive $16,501,434.53 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in relief for Hurricanes Laura and Ida. "We should never see blue tarps on roofs years after a storm hits," said Dr. Cassidy. "This funding will help our coastal communities continue to recover and help families get back on their feet." Grant Awarded Recipient Project Description $1,610,221.78 Calcasieu Parish Police Jury … Continue Reading
01.26.23
Cassidy Announces $5.2 Million for Algiers Ferry Terminal from His Infrastructure Law
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) today announced that Louisiana will receive $5,224,965.00 from his Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) to expand, improve, and modernize the Algiers Point Ferry Terminal. "Having reliable transportation is critical to creating jobs and opportunity in a region," said Dr. Cassidy. "This funding for the Algiers ferry service from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will make it easier for folks to get to work." ###… Continue Reading
01.26.23
Cassidy, Smith, Colleagues Introduce Bicameral Bill to Expand School Choice and Educational Opportunity
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE-03) introduced the Educational Choice for Children Act, bicameral legislation to expand education freedom and opportunity for students. Specifically, it provides a charitable donation incentive for individuals and businesses to fund scholarship awards for students to cover expenses related to K-12 public and private education. "Parents deserve the right to make the best educational decision for their child, regardless of … Continue Reading
01.25.23
ICYMI: Infrastructure Law Will Help Solve State’s Water Woes
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) wrote a letter to the editor in the Advocate highlighting funding opportunities in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to improve water systems across Louisiana. "Louisiana is set to receive $500 million for its Clean Water State Revolving Fund and Drinking Water State Revolving Fund programs from IIJA over the next five years. These funds provide low-interest financing for water systems and community projects to accelerate water infrastructure imp… Continue Reading
01.25.23
Cassidy, Wicker, Colleagues Introduce Permanent Ban on Taxpayer Funding for Abortions
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Roger Wicker (R-MS), and 45 Senate colleagues today introduced the No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion Act to ban using federal funding for abortion. The bill would establish a single, government-wide standard to protect life. "Congress should promote policies that encourage people to start and expand families," said Dr. Cassidy. "Being pro-life means being pro-family, and this bill motivates the government to act pro-family." "Most Americans do not want t… Continue Reading
01.25.23
Cassidy, Barrasso, Colleagues Introduce the Strategic Production Response Act to Bolster Our Energy Security
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), John Barrasso (R-WY), and nine Senate colleagues introduced the Strategic Production Response (SPR) Act, to replenish the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) and prioritize American energy production. The bill prohibits the Biden administration from depleting the SPR without a plan to replenish it with American oil. "The Biden administration has a comprehensive and coordinated effort to go after fossil fuels from the wellhead to the gas pump," said Dr. C… Continue Reading
01.21.23
Cassidy Participates in Louisiana Right to Life Event
BATON ROUGE - Today, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) joined Louisiana Right to Life to rally support for the unborn. He spoke at St. Joseph's Cathedral on his support for the pro-life cause. "Despite the rain and the cold, people came with a spirit of hope for the unborn child, and their mother. We must provide that mother with the love and support she needs," said Dr. Cassidy. "That will win hearts and minds." Last May, Cassidy voted against the Democrats' radical Abortion on Demand Un… Continue Reading
01.20.23
Cassidy Announces $8.8 Million in Hurricane Laura, Ida Relief
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced Louisiana will receive $8,842,390.97 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in relief for Hurricanes Laura and Ida. "South Louisiana has been battered by multiple natural disasters, but our families remain strong," said Dr. Cassidy. "This funding will help our coastal communities continue to recover." Grant Awarded Recipient Project Description $1,416,284.02 Office of Risk Management This gra… Continue Reading
01.20.23
Cassidy Meets Workers at DEMCO
BATON ROUGE - Yesterday afternoon, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) met workers and board members for DEMCO at their headquarters in Central. He discussed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), which contains billions to harden our electric grid and mitigate for flooding. He also took questions from their employees. "Had a town hall meeting at DEMCO," said Dr. Cassidy. "People from the community, serving the community, who care about the community. We spoke about infrastruc… Continue Reading
01.19.23
Cassidy Participates in Exxon Polypropylene Project Start-Up Event, Meets with Zachary Rotary Club
BATON ROUGE - Today, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) spoke at the start-up event for ExxonMobil's new polypropylene production unit, at their Baton Rouge Polyolefins Plant. The project creates more than 65 new, full-time jobs, and requires 650 workers to build. It will be used to create durable plastics for car and appliance parts, food packaging, and personal care items. "People here are proud of this facility. It supports 65 new, direct jobs, and over 400 million was spent building… Continue Reading
01.19.23
Cassidy Announces $5.2 Million for Baton Rouge Airport from the Infrastructure Law
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) today announced Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport will receive a total of $5,200,000.00 from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). Specifically, the funding will replace three existing passenger boarding bridges that are no longer serviceable. "Having modern, efficient airports is essential for economic growth," said Dr. Cassidy. "This funding from the infrastructure law will help bring jobs and outside investment to Baton Rouge." … Continue Reading
01.19.23
Cassidy, Colleagues Oppose Biden’s Unlawful Abuse of Immigration Parole
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) joined Senator JD Vance (R-OH) and U.S. Congressman Andy Biggs (R-AZ) in leading a bicameral letter to U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas demanding the department explain its reckless decision to radically expand immigration parole programs in the midst of a historic border crisis. "While admitting the significance of the crisis at the border, the Biden Administration is again forgoing real solutions by encouraging more migra… Continue Reading
01.18.23
Cassidy Discusses Infrastructure, Energy in St. Landry Parish
ALEXANDRIA - Today, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) spoke at the Eunice Rotary Club about the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and its potential to improve St. Landry Parish's economy. He also discussed his support for LSU-Eunice and his work to help state retirees affected by the Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset with Social Security. "People in Eunice want what everybody else wants-safe streets, prosperous communities, a place where their family and chi… Continue Reading
