Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has announced that the state will receive more than $500 million in public assistance funds from the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA). The funds are designated for 165 projects across Louisiana, aimed at supporting disaster recovery and strengthening infrastructure.
The funding will reimburse communities for costs related to rebuilding public infrastructure and implementing emergency protective measures. Among the projects receiving support are permanent repairs and restoration of power distribution lines by the South Louisiana Electric Cooperative Association, which were damaged during Hurricane Ida. Additionally, over $84 million is allocated to restore the West Belle Pass Barrier Headland, a project intended to help protect Louisiana’s coastline. More than $66 million will go toward replacing waterlines in Jefferson Parish to improve access to clean water.
Governor Landry expressed appreciation for federal support, stating: “After working with President Trump’s administration, I am excited to announce Louisiana is receiving over $500 Million in FEMA Public Assistance funds for critical projects to make Louisiana more resilient and help us fully recover from storms of the past. I’d like to thank President Donald Trump, Secretary Kristi Noem, and the Louisiana delegation for helping secure $529,403,109 needed for these projects.”
