There’s good news for 2016 flood victims who cannot receive federal rebuilding grants through the Louisiana Restore Program because they already received an S-B-A loan. Legislation addressing the duplication of benefits issue has passed the Senate. Senator Bill Cassidy says he’s heard from many 2016 flood victims who did what they were told to do, only to find out they were not eligible for the millions of dollars in federal recovery grants.
It was a very emotional night outside of the Pete Maravich Assembly Center last night as hundreds showed up for vigil to remember LSU basketball player Wayde Sims. Wayde’s father, Wayne Sims, spoke at the gathering and took time to address his son’s teammates.
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Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain is backing efforts to replace NAFTA with a new deal that would adjust some aspects of trade with Canada and Mexico. 13 percent of Louisiana’s exports went to Mexico last year, with five percent heading up north to Canada. Strain says considering how much we export to our neighbors, the more level playing field could help state growers compete.
A new poll shows massive, bipartisan support from coastal residents for Coastal Restoration efforts, and a substantial majority of support for Sediment Diversion projects. Environmental groups estimate the state could experience substantial land loss over the next several decades. Restore the Mississippi River Delta Director Steve Cochran says nearly everyone agreed on one question.