Press Releases
Cassidy to Secretary Yellen: Where Is Biden’s Plan on Social Security?
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) pressed Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on the Biden administration's lack of a plan to address Social Security insolvency a Senate Finance hearing on President Biden's proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024. Cassidy opened by stating "when Social [Security] goes broke in nine years under current law, there's a 24% cut in benefits for people who are currently receiving" Social Security. Secretary Yellen responded affirmatively saying, "If we don't do anyth… Continue Reading
03.16.23
Cassidy, Barrasso Condemn Biden Administration’s Latest Attack on American Energy
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), John Barrasso (R-WY), and 20 colleagues condemned the Biden administration's latest attempt to weaponize the tax code against U.S. energy producers. The letter to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is in response to President Biden's budget request for Fiscal Year 2024. Specifically, the letter focuses on the $100 billion in targeted tax increases on energy, including the production of oil, gas, and coal. The senators highlight how these taxes will crus… Continue Reading
03.16.23
Cassidy, Kennedy, Colleagues Introduce Resolution to Stop Biden Administration from Turning Lawful Gunowners into Felons
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), John Kennedy (R-LA), and over 40 Senate Republicans introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to prevent the Biden administration's Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) from enforcing an anti-Second Amendment pistol brace rule. The rule would reclassify pistols as short-barreled rifles if they have a stabilizing brace attachment, even though many disabled veterans and other Americans rely on these braces to use their fire… Continue Reading
03.15.23
Cassidy, Ernst, Senate Republicans Push to End Biden DoD’s War on the Unborn
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Joni Ernst (R-IA), and 34 Senate Republicans introduced legislation to stop the U.S. Department of Defense's (DoD) policy to promote and accommodate taxpayer-funded abortion accommodations. Last year, the Biden DoD announced it would pay for servicemembers' and their dependents' travel expenses to receive an abortion. "The government should not be paying for abortions, let alone promoting them," said Dr. Cassidy. "Congress has an obligation to prevent t… Continue Reading
03.15.23
Cassidy, Senate Finance Republicans: Medicare Advantage Proposals Risk Care Disruptions, Premium Hikes for Seniors
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. and all Senate Finance Committee Republicans urged government health officials to take steps to prevent adverse outcomes for patients who rely on Medicare Advantage (MA) following a February 2023 proposal from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The proposal includes changes to the diagnostic system for some chronic conditions, including diabetes and congestive heart failure. In a letter to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretar… Continue Reading
03.15.23
Cassidy, Risch, Menendez, Colleagues Introduce Resolution in Support of Hong Kongers
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Jim Risch (R-ID), Bob Menendez (D-NJ), and 37 colleagues introduced a resolution condemning Beijing's destruction of Hong Kong's democracy and rule of law in addition to its political persecution of Jimmy Lai and other pro-democracy advocates. "The Chinese Communist Party continues to look for avenues to deprive Hong Kongers of democratic rights," said Dr. Cassidy. "Our resolution condemns these abuses and encourages action by the U.S. and other nations… Continue Reading
03.14.23
Cassidy, Tillis, Senate Republicans Push to Expedite VA Response to Congress
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Thom Tillis (R-NC), and seven Senate Veteran Affairs Committee (SVAC) Republicans introduced a bill to increase transparency by requiring the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to submit answers to Congress's questions within 45 business days of receiving them. The Ensuring Access to VA Information Necessary for Oversight (INFO) Act would require VA to notify Members of Congress at any time during the 45-day period if they anticipate not meeting the dead… Continue Reading
03.14.23
Cassidy Announces $77 Million in Hurricanes Laura and Ida Relief
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced that Louisiana will receive a total of $77,230,948.06 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in relief for Hurricanes Laura and Ida. This funding will repair damages at airports, hospitals, and a school, return electric facilities to pre-disaster function, and assist East Baton Rouge Parish with debris removal. "Louisiana has been hit hard by hurricanes over the past few years from Laura to Ida, but we are resilient," said Dr. Cassid… Continue Reading
03.10.23
Cassidy Announces $1.7 Million in Hurricane Ida Relief for Lafourche Parish
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced Louisiana will receive $1,759,702.61 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in relief for Hurricanes Ida. This funding will go to Lafourche Parish for management costs related to the storm. "Lafourche Parish is resilient no matter the storm," said Dr. Cassidy. "This funding will aid the community as it continues to recover and prepare for future natural disasters." ###… Continue Reading
03.10.23
Cassidy Announces $25.5 Million for Louisiana Clean Water Infrastructure
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will grant Louisiana $25,506,000.00 from his Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) for Louisiana's Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) for fiscal year 2023 to improve water infrastructure. In total, Louisiana has received $189 million in IIJA funding for clean water, and more is expected over the next three years. "Every Louisiana resident should have access to clean drinking water," sai… Continue Reading
03.09.23
Cassidy Announces $4.2 Million in Hurricane Laura Relief
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced Louisiana will receive $4,227,583.47 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in relief for Hurricanes Laura. This funding will go to the Beauregard Electric Cooperative, Inc. for management costs related to the storm. "Despite the devastation left by Laura and other storms, Southwest Louisiana families are resilient," said Dr. Cassidy. "This funding will help our communities fully recover and be prepared for the next storm." ###… Continue Reading
03.09.23
Cassidy Releases Statement on Biden’s Proposed Budget
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) issued the following statement after President Biden released his proposed Fiscal Year 2024 budget Thursday: "The president showed us where his priorities are, and they don't align with everyday Americans. Americans want to see the border secured, crime addressed, and energy prices lowered," said Dr. Cassidy. "Americans also want to see President Biden's plan to address Social Security. Obama, Bush, and Clinton each had a serious plan. We're less than a de… Continue Reading
03.09.23
Cassidy, Hyde-Smith Lead Renewed Effort to Help Flood Insurance Policyholders
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), and two colleagues reintroduced legislation to protect policyholders from higher National Flood Insurance Program premiums until the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) meets certain accountability and transparency requirements. The Homeowner Flood Insurance Transparency and Protection Act would allow policyholders to retain previous NFIP premium rates rather than the higher rates associated with FEMA implementing the NFIP R… Continue Reading
03.09.23
Cassidy Announces $6.9 Million for Lake Charles Regional Airport
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) today announced the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will grant the Lake Charles Regional Airport $6,939,239.00 to construct a building, parking lot, and hangar at the airport. "An investment in our airports is an investment in the Louisiana economy," said Dr. Cassidy. "This funding will help Lake Charles attract new investments and spur economic growth." This funding comes from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. ###… Continue Reading
03.08.23
Cassidy Votes to Override Dangerous D.C. Crime Bill
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) released the following statement after voting to repeal the dangerous new crime bill passed by the Washington D.C. City Council. The bill would have eliminated mandatory minimums and reduced maximum sentences for violent crimes like robbery, carjacking, home invasion, and burglary. The Senate voted overwhelmingly to repeal the law by a vote of 81 - 14. "Americans do not want to see their capital city in decline," said Dr. Cassidy. "Despite crime being at a… Continue Reading
03.08.23
Cassidy, Hassan, Colleagues Reintroduce Connected MOM Act to Improve Health Care for Expectant Mothers
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Tom Carper (D-DE), Todd Young (R-IN), and Jacky Rosen (D-NV) reintroduced bipartisan legislation aimed at improving health care for expectant mothers. The Connected Maternal Online Monitoring (MOM) Act requires the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to provide coverage recommendations for remote devices such as those that can check for irregularities in blood pressure, blood glucose, and pulse rates which can be indicat… Continue Reading
03.08.23
Cassidy, Rubio Introduce Measure to Extend Trade Program with Haiti
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Marco Rubio (R-FL), Raphael Warnock (D-GA), and Dick Durbin (D-IL) reintroduced the Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension (HELP) Act. The bipartisan legislation would extend trade benefits for apparel products produced in Haiti from 2025 to 2035. The products that are eligible for these benefits comprise 93 percent of Haitian exports and are a vital source of dignified employment for thousands of Haitians, who would otherwise turn to violent gangs for empl… Continue Reading
03.07.23
Cassidy Announces $80 Million in Hurricane Ida Relief
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced Louisiana will receive $80,622,832.83 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in relief for Hurricanes Ida. "Hurricane Ida was no match for resilient South Louisiana families," said Dr. Cassidy. "This funding will help our communities fully recover." The South Louisiana Electric Cooperative Association (SLECA) will receive $77,630,332.83 for system-wide repairs following Hurricane Ida. Terrebonne Parish will receive $2,992,500.00 in… Continue Reading
03.07.23
Cassidy, Duckworth Reintroduce Legislation to Expand Charitable Deduction Rules for Veterans Organizations
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) introduced the VSO Equal Tax Treatment (VETT) Act to overturn a provision that prohibits veteran organizations from accepting tax-deductible donations if their membership contains over 10 percent peacetime veterans. "Veterans-regardless of whether they served in wartime or peacetime-should be treated equally," said Dr. Cassidy. "Our bill fairly treats millions of military men and women who served our great nation" "Veteran ser… Continue Reading
03.07.23
What They Are Saying: Cassidy, Kaine, Collins, Coons Legislation to Help Americans Better Plan for Retirement
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Tim Kaine (D-VA), Susan Collins (R-ME), and Chris Coons (D-DE), recently introduced legislation to help Americans better plan for retirement and enhance retirement security by ensuring they have the information they need to make more informed decisions regarding when to claim Social Security benefits. This is particularly important today, as Americans are living longer than ever, and rising health care costs often lead to unexpected expenses that can drai… Continue Reading
