US Senate News:
Source: United States Senator for Louisiana Bill Cassidy
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced Louisiana will receive $8,588,163.29 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for Hurricanes Ida and Laura relief.
“This funding supports critical recovery efforts in South Louisiana—from restoring schools in Terrebonne Parish to rebuilding port infrastructure in Lake Charles,” said Dr. Cassidy. “These investments help communities come back stronger and better prepared for the next storm.”
Grant Awarded
Recipient
Project Description
$1,515,421.78
Lake Charles Harbor and Terminal District
This grant will provide federal funding for permanent repairs to the Bulk Terminal Ship Loader #2 as a direct result of Hurricane Laura.
$1,734,597.39
Community Center and Playground District Number 2 of Ward 4
This grant will provide federal funding for permanent repairs to Center Circle Park facilities as a direct result of Hurricane Laura.
$2,466,919.65
Terrebonne General Medical Center LHA
This grant will provide federal funding for management costs associated with eligible recovery projects as a result of Hurricane Ida.
$2,871,224.47
Terrebonne Parish School Board
This grant will provide federal funding for permanent repairs to facilities at Bourg Elementary, Mulberry Elementary, and West Park as a direct result of Hurricane Ida.