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U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Jim Risch (R-ID), and 17 colleagues introduced the Taliban Sanctions Act to hold the Taliban accountable with sanction for terrorism, human rights abuses, drug trafficking, and more.

ICYMI: Cassidy, Grassley Blast Biden’s Unfair Student Loan Schemes in Fox News Op-ed

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, and Chuck Grassley (R-IA), ranking member of the Senate Budget Committee, penned an op-ed on Fox News blasting President Biden’s student loan schemes, which are estimated to cost taxpayers nearly $600 billion.

Notice: Bills Signed by Gov. Edwards

On June 1, Gov. John Bel Edwards announced that he has signed the following bills from the 2023 Regular Legislative Session into law

Kennedy-backed resolution to block Biden admin from transferring student debt to taxpayers passes Senate

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) on June 1 voted to pass a joint resolution of disapproval under the Congressional Review Act (CRA), led by Sens. Bill Cassidy (R-La.), John Cornyn (R-Texas) and Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), to stop the Biden administration’s Department of Education from implementing a rule that burdens taxpayers with an estimated $400 billion in student loan debt that they never agreed to incur.

Kennedy introduces bill to help veterans maximize disability benefits, punish fraudsters

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) on June 1 introduced the Preserving Lawful Utilization of Services (PLUS) for Veterans Act of 2023 to help veterans access the greatest benefits from the Department of Veteran’s Affairs (VA) health care system by preserving their right to work with private groups when filing claims.

Kennedy announces $1.4 million to Caldwell Parish for flood protection

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, on May 31 announced $1,441,613 in a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grant for Louisiana.

Cassidy Announces $27.8 in Hurricanes Laura, Katrina Relief

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced that Louisiana will receive a total of $27,764,716.13 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in hurricane relief.

Cassidy: Louisiana House, Senate Unanimously Adopt Resolution Supporting Trade Policy that Targets Foreign Polluters, Benefits American Workers

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) issued the following statement after the Louisiana Senate and House of Representatives unanimously adopted a resolution urging Congress to pursue a climate and trade policy.

Gov. Edwards Welcomes Students Selected for the Lamar Governor’s Fellowship Program in Louisiana Government

On June 1, Gov. John Bel Edwards announced the 13 college students who have been chosen to participate in the Lamar Governor’s Fellowship Program in Louisiana government.

Major Lawsuit Against Federal Government Over New Flood Insurance Rating Formula Being Filed

AG Jeff Landry leads multi-parish and multi-state legal effort to protect homeowners and small businesses.

Gov. Edwards Announces Resignation of CPRA Chairman Chip Kline

May 31, Gov. John Bel Edwards announced that Chip Kline will resign effective July 3, 2023, as director for Coastal Activities and Chairman of Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA).

Kennedy announces $3.1 million to Lake Charles for disaster relief

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, on May 31 announced $3,096,913 in a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grant for Louisiana disaster aid.

Kennedy announces $27.8 million in hurricane relief for New Orleans, Calcasieu Parish

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, on May 30 announced $27,764,717 in a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grant for Louisiana.

ICYMI: Cassidy’s Plan for a Foreign Pollution Fee

The Washington Examiner highlighted the forthcoming Foreign Pollution Fee proposal from U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA)

Cassidy Releases Statement on Confirmation of Darrel Papillion to be U.S. District Court Judge for the Eastern District of Louisiana

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) released the following statement after Louisiana attorney, Darrel Papillion, was confirmed to the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana by a vote of 59-31.

Gov. Edwards Receives First Gov. P.B.S. Pinchback Trailblazer Award