MADISONVILLE, La. – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) today announced that his office will host a passport acceptance event with the New Orleans Passport Agency to help Louisianians apply for or renew their passports.

Date: May 21, 2026

Time: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CT

Location: East Regional Library – Lafayette Public Library (215 La Neuville Road, Youngsville, La., 70592)

“As summer travel planning picks up, my staff and the New Orleans Passport Agency are working together to help constituents apply for or renew their passports. I’m honored to help put on this event in Lafayette Parish, and I hope it helps make this process as easy as possible for Louisianians,” said Kennedy.

Applicants must bring the following items with them:

• Completed passport application (downloadable here)
• Passport photo (2" by 2", taken within the last 6 months)
• Government-issued I.D.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship
• Payment via credit/debit card or Apple/Google Pay (no cash, checks or money orders accepted)

Those interested may contact Kathy Manuel at (337) 541-7990 or Christy Tate at (337) 541-7991 with questions.