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Kennedy announces $10 million to Ascension, St. Charles Parishes for flood protection

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Senator John Kennedy | John Kennedy Official Website

Senator John Kennedy | John Kennedy Official Website

MADISONVILLE, La. – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, on July 7 announced $10,032,981 in Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grants for Louisiana flood mitigation efforts.

“I am thankful for this $10 million, which will help protect Louisianians’ properties in St. Charles and Ascension Parishes from flood damage,” said Kennedy. 

The FEMA aid will fund the following:

  • $7,046,627 to Ascension Parish to elevate 37 structures.
  • $2,986,354 to St. Charles Parish to elevate 16 properties.

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