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 August 17, 2023 announced $6,875,056 in Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grants for Louisiana disaster aid and flood mitigation.
“Louisianians in Lake Charles and Livingston Parish have had to endure tough times, and I’m glad to see that this $6.9 million will support Hurricane Laura recovery efforts and flood protection measures in their communities,” said Kennedy.
The FEMA aid will fund the following:
- $4,749,381 to the Lake Charles Harbor and Terminal District for management costs as a result of Hurricane Laura.
- $2,125,675 for the elevation and acquisition of seven properties within Livingston Parish.
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