Press Releases
Cassidy Introduces BREAK PUTIN Act to End Putin’s War, Cut off Oil Revenue
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) introduced the Breaking Russia's Energy Addicted Kleptocracy and Punishing Uncivil Tyrant Invading Neighbor (BREAK PUTIN) Act to end Putin's war in Ukraine and establish a price cap for Russian oil. "An oil price cap must have the force to end Putin's war-that's what the BREAK PUTIN Act does," said Dr. Cassidy. "Biden's sanctions aren't working and its oil price cap won't diminish Putin's war machine. This legislation offers a better way forward, cutting o… Continue Reading
09.29.22
Cassidy Announces $6.9 Million in Disaster Relief
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) today announced the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will grant a total of $6,888,768.43 in relief for Hurricanes Laura, Delta, and Ida. "Years of hurricanes have devastated Louisiana, but our families remain resilient, " said Dr. Cassidy. "This funding helps our state fully rebuild and be prepared for the next disaster." Claiborne Electric Cooperative, Inc. and Jefferson Parish will benefit from this grant. Grant Awarded Recip… Continue Reading
09.28.22
Cassidy, Blumenthal, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Improve Mental Health on College Campuses
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Tim Scott (R-SC), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Chris Murphy (D-CT), and Michael Bennet (D-CO) introduced The Enhancing Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Through Campus Planning Act, legislation to help improve college students' mental health and incentivize higher education institutions to develop and implement comprehensive mental health and suicide prevention plans. "Let's take what we learned from COVID and increase menta… Continue Reading
09.28.22
Cassidy, Peters Bipartisan Bill to Save Taxpayer Dollars by Improving How Federal Agencies Purchase Software Heads to Senate Floor
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and Gary Peters' (D-MI) legislation to save taxpayer dollars by improving management of how the federal government purchases and uses software has advanced in the Senate as it passed through the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee. The legislation builds on a law written by Cassidy to reduce duplicative software purchases called the MEGABYTE Act. Since being signed into law, this legislation has saved taxpayers more than $450 millio… Continue Reading
09.26.22
Cassidy, Peters Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Cut Bureaucratic Waste, Save Taxpayer Dollars
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and Senator Gary Peters (D-MI) introduced bipartisan legislation to save taxpayer dollars by improving management of how the federal government purchases and uses software. The legislation builds on a law written by Cassidy to reduce duplicative software purchases called the MEGABYTE Act. Since being signed into law, this legislation has saved taxpayers more than $450 million. "By requiring the federal government to keep track of its software licenses, we… Continue Reading
09.23.22
Cassidy, Daines, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Protect Use of Traditional Ammo & Tackle
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Steve Daines (R-MT), and 21 colleagues today introduced the Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, which stops federal agencies from banning the use of traditional ammo or tackle on public lands without approval from scientific institutions and state wildlife agencies. Last week, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service passed a rule that bans the use of lead ammunition and fishing tackle on federal land. "Every Louisianan knows how important outdoor r… Continue Reading
09.23.22
Cassidy to VA Secretary: It Shouldn’t Take a FOIA Request From Congress to Get Information on VA Health Care Effectiveness for Veterans
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), member of the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee, grilled Biden administration VA Secretary Denis McDonough over the VA's lack of transparency regarding data on the efficiency of VA health care for veterans and their families. Further, Secretary McDonough had no answer regarding reports that since the introduction of the VA's Opioid Safety Initiative, suicide among veterans in rural areas increased by 75%. "My staff requested information regarding veter… Continue Reading
09.22.22
Cassidy, Finance Committee Republicans Urge IRS to Use Massive Funding Boost to Fix Numerous Existing Problems
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and Senator Mike Crapo (R-ID) today led a group of senators urging the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Commissioner to spend the massive $80 billion injection of mandatory funding recently granted to it under Democrats' latest reckless spending spree. The senators requested a detailed plan on how the IRS will fix existing problems while satisfying the critical need for improved customer service, transparency and accountability. "With an infusion of $80 bill… Continue Reading
09.22.22
Cassidy Announces $16.4 Million for Louisiana Airports
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) today announced the Department of Transportation (DOT) will grant Louisiana a total of $16,424,603 to improve and modernize local airports in South Louisiana. Specifically, the Houma-Terrebonne Airport, Lafayette Regional Airport, and Thibodaux Municipal Airport will all benefit from this grant. The funding is a result of Cassidy's bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. "Quality airports are essential to any successful economy," said Dr. Cassid… Continue Reading
09.21.22
Cassidy Votes in Support of Next Generation Coolant Manufacturers
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. released a statement after voting in support of the ratification of the Kigali Amendment, a treaty that reduces American usage of hydrofluorocarbons commonly found in air-conditioners and refrigerators. This treaty supports Louisiana's leadership in the manufacturing transition towards next-generation coolants pioneered by the state's workforce and industry. "This treaty recognizes the leadership of Louisiana workers and the companies for which they work," said D… Continue Reading
09.21.22
Cassidy Announces $59.3 Million in Hurricane Relief
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) today announced the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will grant a total of $59,321,852.74 in relief for Hurricanes Katrina, Laura, and Ida. "Years of natural disasters has taken a toll on our coastal communities," said Dr. Cassidy. "This funding helps South Louisiana continue its recovery and prepare for the next storm." Louisiana Facility Planning and Control (FP&C), Allen Parish, the Calcasieu Parish School Board, the Louisiana Office of … Continue Reading
09.21.22
Cassidy, Murphy, Van Hollen Introduce Legislation to Improve Neurological Health Research
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Chris Murphy (D-CT), and Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) today introduced legislation to reauthorize the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) National Neurological Conditions Surveillance System (NNCSS) program, which collects data which collects privacy-protected data on neurological conditions to inform research and help advance better treatments and cures. Specifically, the legislation would reauthorize the NNCSS for another five years and incr… Continue Reading
09.21.22
Cassidy Announces $1.7 Million to Expand Central Louisiana Veterans Cemetery
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) today announced the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will grant Louisiana up to $1,660,827 to expand and improve Central Louisiana Veterans Cemetery in Leesville, LA. Specifically, the grant will fund 240 columbarium niches, a water treatment plant, landscaping, and supporting infrastructure on approximately 17 acres of land. This funding comes from the Veterans Cemetery Grants Program (VCGP). "Louisianans have proudly fought and given their lives to d… Continue Reading
09.21.22
Cassidy, Marshall, Colleagues to FDA Commissioner: Quit Ignoring Baby Formula Applications
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS), and 11 of their Senate Republican colleagues sent a letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the agency's ongoing strategy to replenish the supply of baby formula across the country. "Despite the numerous flexibilities and resources provided by Congress and temporary import flexibilities outlined in your letter, the infant formula crisis persists nationwide… American families need permanent long-… Continue Reading
09.20.22
Cassidy Releases Statement on Decrease in Veteran Suicides
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) released a statement after the Department of Veterans Affairs announced the veteran suicide rate fell 9.7 percent from 2018 to 2020. "Veteran suicide is still too high, but we are making progress," said Dr. Cassidy. "There is still work to do so that one day we are speaking of veteran suicide in the past tense." In 2020, there were 6,146 veteran suicide deaths, down 343 deaths than in 2019. Background Earlier this month, the Senate unanimously passed Ca… Continue Reading
09.20.22
Cassidy, Crapo, Senate Finance Committee Republicans Demand Accountability for Continued Late Release of Medicare, Social Security Trustees Reports
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Mike Crapo (R-ID), and Senate Finance Committee Republicans sent a letter to the Government Accountability Office (GAO) requesting the agency monitor the Managing Trustee's flagrant disregard for statutory deadlines. Required by law, the Medicare and Social Security Trustees reports are to be issued no later than April 1, yet the 2021 and 2022 reports were issued August 31 and June 2, respectively. "With respect to reporting on the financial conditions… Continue Reading
09.19.22
Cassidy Announces $21.7 Million to Combat Opioid, Mental Health Crises
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) today announced the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) will grant Louisiana $21,654,633 in grants to combat the opioid and mental health crises. Specifically, the funding will enhance existing statewide prevention, treatment, and recovery support services for individuals with or at risk for opioid addiction. Additionally, the grant invests in Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHC's), which provide access to quality mental heal… Continue Reading
09.19.22
Cassidy, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Resolution to Recognize National Estuaries Week
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and a bipartisan group of senators introduce a resolution to make the week of September 17 through September 24, 2022, known as "National Estuaries Week''. "Louisiana's coastline is vital to protect the communities, businesses and wildlife that help our state flourish," said Dr. Cassidy. "Protecting our estuaries is essential to preserve Louisiana's way of life." In addition to Cassidy, the resolution is sponsored by Senators Whitehouse (D-RI), Baldwin (D… Continue Reading
09.19.22
Cassidy, Cornyn, 31 Senate Republicans Call for Hunter Biden Prosecutor to be Given Special Counsel Authority
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) joined Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) and more than 30 other colleagues to send a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland demanding that U.S. Attorney David Weiss be extended special counsel protections and authorities to conduct the investigation into Hunter Biden. "There is no way of knowing the entire scope of the investigation, but evidence seems to be mounting that Hunter Biden committed numerous federal crimes, including, but not limited to, tax frau… Continue Reading
09.19.22
Cassidy Announces $1.6 Million for Alexandria International Airport from his Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) today announced the Department of Transportation (DOT) will grant Alexandria International Airport a total of $1,616,469 from his bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). Specifically, the funding will go towards runway rehabilitation to establish safe airfield operations at the airport. With this grant, Louisiana airports have received a total of $45,705,479 in IIJA funding, with more expected over the next five years. "Investment in our … Continue Reading
