Bill Cassidy
12/09/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/09/2024 16:52
Cassidy Announces $5.5 Million for Louisiana in Hurricane, Seawater Intrusion Relief
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced Louisiana will receive $5,494,687.67 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for Hurricane Laura, Hurricane Ida, and seawater intrusion relief.
"Louisiana is resilient," said Dr. Cassidy. "This funding plays a crucial role in rebuilding our communities, strengthening our defenses against future hurricanes, and ensuring access to clean water for everyone."
| Grant Awarded | Recipient | Project Description |
| $1,246,163.66 | Plaquemines Parish | This grant will provide federal funding for emergency protective measures as a direct result of seawater intrusion at the Port Sulphur Water Treatment Plant. |
| $1,282,647.63 | Plaquemines Parish | This grant will provide federal funding for emergency protective measures as a direct result of seawater intrusion at the Boothville Water Treatment Plant. |
| $1,309,318.19 | City of Lake Charles | This grant will provide federal funding for emergency protective measures as a direct result of Hurricane Laura. |
| $1,656,558.19 | Office of Risk Management | This grant will provide federal funding for permanent repairs to state agency buildings as a result of Hurricane Ida. |
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