WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced Louisiana will receive $18,639,423.29 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for Hurricanes Laura and Ida relief.
“Despite the devastation left by both these hurricanes, Louisiana is resilient,” said Dr. Cassidy. “This funding will help our communities clean-up, rebuild, and recover.”
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Grant Awarded |
Recipient |
Project Description |
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$12,977,973.90 |
Jefferson Davis Electric Cooperative, Inc. |
This grant will provide federal funding for thepermanent restoration of damaged 138kV transmission lines as a result of Hurricane Laura. |
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$3,854,439.94 |
Jefferson Davis Electric Cooperative, Inc. |
This grant will provide federal funding for management costs as a result of Hurricane Laura. |
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$1,807,009.45 |
Jefferson Parish |
This grant will provide federal funding for debris removal and monitoring as a result of Hurricane Ida. |
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