“When Hurricanes Irma and Maria dealt the Virgin Islands heavy blows in 2017, Louisianians raced down to help our neighbors rebuild. . . . Now, the bills are way past due, and Louisiana companies...
Kennedy announces $5.8 million in FEMA grants for residential elevation projects
“South Louisiana has experienced significant flooding in recent years, and these FEMA grants will help fund critical elevation projects to protect homes from future disasters.”WASHINGTON – Sen....
Kennedy announces $13.8 million for flood repair projects
“The 2016 floods tore up facilities across Louisiana, and this grant will help pay for equipment and repairs needed to restore communities affected by this disaster.” MADISONVILLE, La....
Kennedy announces grant for streetscape, stormwater management project in St. John the Baptist Parish
“If you’ve driven around our great state, you know infrastructure plays a big role in flood mitigation. This grant will help make driving conditions on Belle Terre Boulevard safer for our...
Kennedy commends FEMA for extending grace period for flood insurance
“Louisiana property owners are struggling under the coronavirus pandemic and need relief. This extension will give policyholders more time to renew their flood insurance and allow them to prioritize...
Sen. Kennedy announces $2.5 million grant for debris removal
“Last year’s floods created debris in West Feliciana Parish, and this grant will help clean up streets and revitalize communities there.”WASHINGTON – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.), a member of the...
Sen. Kennedy says OCC right to fine Citibank for violating Flood Disaster Protection Act
“Banks can’t break the law because they find their duty to their clients inconvenient. Citibank’s misconduct shows us that the OCC must continue to watch it and other Wall Street giants like a...
Sen. Kennedy announces $2.9 million grant for Louisiana road repairs
“Last year, floods tore up Louisiana roads. This funding will help make driving conditions safer for our communities.”WASHINGTON – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.), a member of the Senate...
Sen. Kennedy announces funding for Army Corps of Engineers civil works projects
“When we invest money in our waterways and in building up our flood-control infrastructure, we’re investing in stronger futures for every family in our region.”WASHINGTON – Sen. John Kennedy...
Sen. Kennedy announces $612 million in Army Corps of Engineers funding
“The Army of Corp of Engineers does vital work to keep Louisiana residents and their property safe. I’m excited to see this money invested in our flood-control infrastructure because that’s our last...