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https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/12/29/higgins-announces-150m-i-10-calcasieu-river-bridge/ Higgins Announces $150M for the I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge 2022-12-29 2022 2022-12 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper LAKE CHARLES, LA – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is awarding $150 million in Mega Grant funding for the I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge replacement project. “Since coming to Congress, my office has worked with our local, state, and federal partners to build consensus and advance the I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge project,” said Congressman Higgins. “Completion of a new bridge is a critical infrastructure priority for the Louisiana delegation. Replacement efforts are moving forward, and this Mega Grant provides the State with significant federal funding. We are building a new bridge at I-10 in Lake Charles.” Congressman Higgins and members of the Louisiana delegation sent a letter on May 31, urging approval of the State’s application for Mega Grant funding. Congressman Higgins delivered a follow-up communication on July 18, again urging the Department of Transportation to approve funding for the I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge project. Our office has also continued to advocate for the project in back-channel communications with DOT. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/12/23/higgins-announces-additional-55m-hurricane-laura-recovery-efforts/ Higgins Announces Additional $5.5M for Hurricane Laura Recovery Efforts 2022-12-23 2022 2022-12 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that FEMA is awarding an additional $5,572,055.04 in Public Assistance reimbursements for hurricane recovery efforts in Southwest Louisiana. The funding is made available through the major disaster declaration for Hurricane Laura (DR-4559-LA), which Congressman Higgins supported. The reimbursements include: $1,662,517.46 to the Southwest Louisiana Hospital Association for repairs to the Women’s Hospital power plant as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $1,829,614.99 to the Southwest Louisiana Hospital Association for repairs to the Women’s Hospital as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $1,078,594.79 to the Calcasieu Parish School Board for permanent repairs to the EK Key Elementary School campus following Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $1,001,327.80 to the Calcasieu Parish School Board for permanent repairs to the Frasch Elementary School campus following Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. Much of our official Congressional work to advance recovery projects occurs behind the scenes. Funding finalization and the associated formal announcement of funding are the result of constant efforts over many months with FEMA and state and local stakeholders. All funding will be delivered to the State of Louisiana. The state is responsible for disbursing the funds to each sub-recipient. A more extensive timeline of Congressman Higgins’ actions on hurricane recovery is available here. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/12/23/higgins-votes-against-17t-omnibus-spending-bill/ Higgins Votes Against $1.7T Omnibus Spending Bill 2022-12-23 2022 2022-12 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins released the following statement after voting against the $1.7 trillion omnibus spending package. “Congress is destroying America with crippling debt. The current spending levels are unsustainable, and this last-minute, $1.7 trillion omnibus spending bill is the product of a severely broken budget process,” said Congressman Higgins. “We must restore fiscal responsibility and return regular order to the appropriations process. I will continue to stand on core principles as we fight to restore fiscal sanity.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z
https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-Dems%E2%80%99-Radical-Spending-Bill-Will-Supercharge-Inflation-and-Border-Crisis Scalise: Dems’ Radical Spending Bill Will Supercharge Inflation and Border Crisis 2022-12-23 2022 2022-12 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Fox News Channel’s Fox & Friends to discuss how Democrats' $1.8 trillion spending bill will wreak havoc on families and small businesses while doing nothing to solve the problems hurting the American people. Whip Scalise emphasized that the omnibus spending bill will cause inflation to skyrocket because Democrats are doubling down on their reckless spending at a time when the federal government should be pursuing a fiscally responsible agenda. Additionally, Whip Scalise pointed out that Democrats’ spending bill does nothing to help secure America’s border, while sending money to foreign countries to help them protect their borders. Image Click here or on the image above to watch the interview. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/12/22/higgins-announces-additional-235m-hurricane-laura-recovery-efforts/ Higgins Announces Additional $23.5M for Hurricane Laura Recovery Efforts 2022-12-22 2022 2022-12 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that FEMA is awarding an additional $23,534,295.39 in Public Assistance reimbursements for hurricane recovery efforts in Southwest Louisiana. The funding is made available through the major disaster declaration for Hurricane Laura (DR-4559-LA), which Congressman Higgins supported. The reimbursements include: $14,539,166.69 to the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury for debris removal operations in response to Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 100% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 428 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $2,384,760.60 to the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury for debris removal operations in response to Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 428 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $6,610,368.10 to the Calcasieu Parish School Board for permanent repairs to the FK White Middle School campus following Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. Much of our official Congressional work to advance recovery projects occurs behind the scenes. Funding finalization and the associated formal announcement of funding are the result of constant efforts over many months with FEMA and state and local stakeholders. All funding will be delivered to the State of Louisiana. The state is responsible for disbursing the funds to each sub-recipient. A more extensive timeline of Congressman Higgins’ actions on hurricane recovery is available here. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: “We continue to work with our local, state, and federal partners to deliver recovery resources. We have delivered over $3.8 billion in response to Hurricanes Laura and Delta. My office will continue fighting for Southwest Louisiana. Our district staff, including Elizabeth McLaughlin, has performed heroic work over the past year, meeting with FEMA representatives, constituent groups, and local govern… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z
https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-Dems%E2%80%99-Omnibus-Spending-Bill-is-Bad-For-Taxpayers Scalise: Dems’ Omnibus Spending Bill is Bad For Taxpayers 2022-12-22 2022 2022-12 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Fox News Channel’s Hannity last night to discuss how Democrats' far-left $1.8 trillion omnibus spending bill is a disaster for the American taxpayer. Whip Scalise called out Democrats for refusing to work with the incoming House Republican majority to fund the government and for giving lawmakers little to no time to review their 4,000-page bill. Whip Scalise emphasized that Democrats’ omnibus spending bill doubles down on their open-door, pro-amnesty immigration policies, but includes money to help other foreign nations secure their borders. Click here or on the image above to watch the interview. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z
https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise-Announces-2022-Congressional-App-Challenge-Winner Scalise Announces 2022 Congressional App Challenge Winner 2022-12-22 2022 2022-12 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) announced Julien Bourgeois of Metairie as the 2022 Congressional App Challenge winner for Louisiana's First Congressional District. Bourgeois created “Automatic,” a motion sensor basketball shot tracking application for Apple Watch to provide users with wrist movement data while shooting a basketball. The app provides feedback to help improve the user’s shooting through muscle memory training. “Congratulations to Julien Bourgeois from Metairie for creating this year’s winning application in our annual app challenge! Combining technology and sports training to improve the skills of young athletes, his app, “Automatic,” will help basketball players to track and improve their jump shots. “As a former computer programmer, I am excited to see Louisiana’s students turn ideas into real-world applications that help make our everyday lives – and jump shots – better,”said Whip Scalise. After a sports-related injury left Bourgeois with a fractured knee and eight weeks in a leg brace, Bourgeois found a new interest in programming and app creation. With extensive research and two weeks of shooting basketballs, Bourgeois merged his two passions with his first invention of the “Automatic” app. According to Bourgeois, he discovered the name for the app when he was gathering shot samples and a stranger at the park yelled, “You’re automatic,” after he made 50 consecutive baskets. Bourgeois is a senior at Haynes Academy for Advanced Studies. The 2021 winner of the Congressional App Challenge for Louisiana’s First Congressional District was Vaishnavi Kumbala for her app, “Saplings.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/12/21/higgins-announces-additional-13m-hurricane-laura-recovery-efforts/ Higgins Announces Additional $1.3M for Hurricane Laura Recovery Efforts 2022-12-21 2022 2022-12 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that FEMA is awarding an additional $1,348,742.70 in Public Assistance reimbursements for hurricane recovery efforts in Southwest Louisiana. The funding is made available through the major disaster declaration for Hurricane Laura (DR-4559-LA), which Congressman Higgins supported. The reimbursement includes $1,348,742.70 to the West Calcasieu Airport Managing Board for the replacement of the Southland Field Big Bulk Community Hangar B facility as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 428 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. Much of our official Congressional work to advance recovery projects occurs behind the scenes. Funding finalization and the associated formal announcement of funding are the result of constant efforts over many months with FEMA and state and local stakeholders. All funding will be delivered to the State of Louisiana. The state is responsible for disbursing the funds to each sub-recipient. A more extensive timeline of Congressman Higgins’ actions on hurricane recovery is available here. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/12/21/higgins-announces-grant-funding-new-cameron-ferry/ Higgins Announces Grant Funding for New Cameron Ferry 2022-12-21 2022 2022-12 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is awarding $25 million to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD) for new ferry boats in Cameron and Plaquemines parishes. The grant will finance the design and construction of two ferry boats, one for Cameron Parish and one for Plaquemines Parish. The new Cameron ferry boat will provide continued access across the Calcasieu Ship Channel. The Plaquemines ferry boat will provide continued access across the Mississippi River between Highway 23 and Highway 39 at Pointe à la Hache and between Belle Chasse and Scarsdale. The funding is provided through the Multimodal Projects Discretionary Grant (MPDG) Rural program, which is authorized through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z
https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/scalise-bidens-failed-policies-are-disaster Scalise: Biden’s Failed Policies Are a Disaster 2022-12-17 2022 2022-12 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) appeared on Fox Business Network’s Maria Bartiromo’s Wall Street to discuss how Democrats are refusing to take responsibility for failing to fund the government on time and their fiscally irresponsible agenda. Whip Scalise slammed President Biden for trying to pass a last-minute spending bill and shutting Republicans out of the appropriations process. Additionally, Whip Scalise called out the Biden Administration for failing to secure America’s southern border and allowing millions of illegal immigrants to unlawfully enter the United States. Image Click here or on the image above to watch the interview. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/12/15/higgins-announces-lafayette-student-winner-2022-congressional-app-challenge/ Higgins Announces Lafayette Student as Winner of the 2022 Congressional App Challenge 2022-12-15 2022 2022-12 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper LAFAYETTE, LA – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced that Isaac Beverly, a student at Lafayette High School, is the overall winner of the 2022 Congressional App Competition for Louisiana’s 3rd District. Isaac’s app, titled “NotifyPub,” is a website designed to give school administrators an easy way to send out alerts to large groups. Isaac created “NotifyPub” after noticing his school was facing problems sending mass notifications to the students and staff. “I want to congratulate Isaac on his winning app,” said Congressman Higgins. “It is great to see him use his coding skills to help school administrators and his fellow students by developing solutions to a real-world problem. This year had a high level of competition and was a tough choice for our judges.” “I was inspired to create this app by multiple sources. Before participating in the Congressional App Challenge, I discovered the RSS protocol, which standardizes a way for keeping track of updates to websites,” said Isaac Beverly. “Around the same time, I learned of the problems that my school was facing in trying to notify many students and staff of urgent information. Upon learning of this year’s iteration of the Congressional App Challenge, I decided to provide a solution using RSS.” Watch Isaac demonstrate his “NotifyPub” app here. About the Congressional App Challenge The U.S. House of Representatives officially launched the Challenge in 2015 to help inspire innovation and learning in computer science and coding. The Challenge is a nationwide effort that allows students to compete against their peers by creating an application or “app” for mobile, tablet, or computer devices. Student teams compete against each other by congressional district, and the winning apps are showcased at the U.S. Capitol each year. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/12/15/higgins-announces-new-chief-staff/ Higgins Announces New Chief of Staff 2022-12-15 2022 2022-12 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) today announced an upcoming change to his leadership team, naming Andrew David as his new Chief of Staff (COS). Kathee Facchiano, Congressman Higgins’ longtime COS, will be departing Capitol Hill after 20 years of dedicated federal service for members of the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives. “After prayer and reflection, I have decided that this is the right time to retire from federal service. I look forward to spending more time with my family,” said Kathee Facchiano. “It has been both an honor and a privilege working with Congressman Higgins, the entire team, and my home district for the last six years. I will continue to offer my support in any way that I can.” “I have been honored to serve alongside Kathee for six years. She has been a strong leader and an instrumental part of our office’s success. We are sad to see Kathee leave and excited for her as she enters a new chapter,” said Congressman Higgins. “Andrew has been a critical part of our team since 2017. He’s from Lake Charles, knows Louisiana, and brings with him many years of experience on Capitol Hill. I have complete confidence in Andrew as we continue our mission to serve the citizens of South Louisiana.” Andrew David will take over the COS role effective January 1, 2023. Andrew has been part of Congressman Higgins’ team since 2017, serving most recently as communications director and deputy chief of staff. Before joining Congressman Higgins’ office, Andrew worked as a communications advisor for Gulf Partyline Corporation, a consulting and information technology company that serves legislative and political professionals. Andrew also worked on U.S. Congressman Garret Graves’ successful campaign for Louisiana’s 6th District in 2014. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z
https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-Reject-Dems%E2%80%99-Far-Left-Spending-Package Scalise: Reject Dems’ Far-Left Spending Package 2022-12-14 2022 2022-12 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.), House Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.), House Appropriations Committee Ranking Member Kay Granger (R-Texas), House Budget Committee Ranking Member Jason Smith (R-Mo.), and House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Ranking Member Mike Turner (R-Ohio) to discuss how Democrats’ last-minute spending bill is bad for the American people. Whip Scalise highlighted how President Biden and Speaker Pelosi have refused to take responsibility for their fiscally irresponsible agenda and have waited until the last minute to fund the government. In addition, Whip Scalise called out Democrats for attempting to hide what is in their spending bill and emphasized the need to hold them accountable for the trillions of dollars they've spent. Image Click here or on the image above to view Whip Scalise’s remarks. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z
https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise-Statement-on-Severe-Weather-in-Southeast-Louisiana Scalise Statement on Severe Weather in Southeast Louisiana 2022-12-14 2022 2022-12 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C.—House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement after severe weather impacted areas of Southeast Louisiana: “My thoughts and prayers are with everyone impacted by the devastating storms throughout Southeast Louisiana. I’ve been in contact with local officials on the ground to offer our assistance as they assess the damage and begin to recover." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z
https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/The-HEAT-Report-December-14-2022 The HEAT Report 2022-12-14 2022 2022-12 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper The Latest: As temperatures drop across the nation, home heating prices are skyrocketing and forcing families to choose between paying their utility bills or putting food on the table. The Energy Information Administration predicts home heating costs will rise this winter by double-digits, with some parts of the nation expecting to face increases of 45 percent. President Biden chose to cancel and delay lease sales here at home, instead turning to hostile foreign nations to produce energy we can make here more cleanly and affordably. Republicans are ready to get to work in the new Congress to begin reversing this administration’s war on energy American. This Week's HEAT Member Highlights: House Majority Leader-elect Steve Scalise (R-La.) penned an op-ed with Representative Beth Van Duyne (R-Texas) in the Houston Chronicle sharing the Republican plan to unleash American energy and lower gas prices. Image HEAT Co-Chair Representative Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.)addedAmerican energy independence to his Christmas list this year. Image HEAT Co-Chair Representative Jeff Duncan (R-S.C.)shared how the Left’s rush-to-green agenda comes with a price, evidenced by Switzerland looking to ban the use of electric cars this winter to conserve energy because of policies that phase out reliable sources of baseload power. Image Representative Bill Johnson (R-Ohio)joined Fox News todiscussAmerica’s energy future under a Republican agenda. Image Representative John Joyce (R-Pa.)took to the House floor callingfor a return to American energy dominance. Image Representative David Rouzer (R-N.C.)highlightedthe high cost of Biden’s war on American energy on American agriculture. Image Representative Bob Latta (R-Ohio)calledout President Biden for turning to foreign nations for energy production while crushing American energy. Image Representative Jodey Arrington (R-Texas)joined26 of his Republican colleagues in sending a letter urging the administration to prioritize U.S. energy exports in ongoing trade negotiations with T… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/12/09/higgins-announces-additional-41m-hurricane-laura-recovery-efforts-0/ Higgins Announces Additional $4.1M for Hurricane Laura Recovery Efforts 2022-12-09 2022 2022-12 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that FEMA is awarding an additional $4,113,640.80 in Public Assistance reimbursements for hurricane recovery efforts in Southwest Louisiana. The funding is made available through the major disaster declaration for Hurricane Laura (DR-4559-LA), which Congressman Higgins supported. The reimbursement includes $4,113,640.80 to the City of Lake Charles for repairs to the Police Department annex building as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 428 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. Much of our official Congressional work to advance recovery projects occurs behind the scenes. Funding finalization and the associated formal announcement of funding are the result of constant efforts over many months with FEMA and state and local stakeholders. All funding will be delivered to the State of Louisiana. The state is responsible for disbursing the funds to each sub-recipient. A more extensive timeline of Congressman Higgins’ actions on hurricane recovery is available here. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: “We continue to work on expediting outstanding Public Assistance applications. We have delivered over $3.8 billion in response to the 2020 hurricanes, and my office will continue to prioritize Southwest Louisiana’s recovery needs.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/12/08/higgins-announces-additional-129m-hurricane-laura-recovery-efforts/ Higgins Announces Additional $12.9M for Hurricane Laura Recovery Efforts 2022-12-08 2022 2022-12 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that FEMA is awarding an additional $12,907,967.54 in Public Assistance reimbursements for hurricane recovery efforts in Southwest Louisiana. The funding is made available through the major disaster declaration for Hurricane Laura (DR-4559-LA), which Congressman Higgins supported. The reimbursements include: $1,996,791.44 to Lake Charles Charter Academy Foundation for permanent repairs as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $3,064,863.60 to the Calcasieu Parish School Board for permanent repairs at the Assessment Building campus in response to Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $4,827,559.50 to the Calcasieu Parish School Board for permanent repairs at the Oak Park Middle School campus in response to Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $1,559,988.00 to the City of Lake Charles for permanent restoration to Wastewater Plant B-C as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $1,458,765.00 to the City of Lake Charles for repairs to the Police Department Training Center as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z
https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Fighting-for-Louisiana%2C-Scalise-Wins-Key-Flood-and-Hurricane-Protections-in-WRDA Fighting for Louisiana, Scalise Wins Key Flood and Hurricane Protections in WRDA 2022-12-08 2022 2022-12 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper December 8, 2022 WASHINGTON, D.C.—House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement after the House passed the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 (WRDA) as a part of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (NDAA): “As a longtime champion of coastal restoration and flood protection, I am happy to see many of the priorities I fought for included in the final Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) that we passed in the House of Representatives today. “Importantly, language I negotiated to authorize critical maintenance for the levee system protecting the Greater New Orleans area and additional hurricane protection for Grand Isle got included in the bill, providing for the continued safety of families and businesses. This bill will better prepare our communities for future storms and protect the lives and livelihoods of families and communities throughout Southeast Louisiana,” said Whip Scalise. “This WRDA will be more valuable to the sustainability of our coast than any other such bill in over a decade. It not only clarifies roles and funding responsibilities for long-standing commitments to coastal protection and restoration, but also initiates new projects and policies that will provide major benefits to communities in Louisiana. I commend our entire federal Congressional delegation for their outstanding efforts,” said CPRA Board Chairman Chip Kline. Background: The Water Resources Development Act of 2022 includes a number of provisions that benefit flood and hurricane protection projects in Louisiana's First Congressional District, including: Lake Pontchartrain and Vicinity (LPV), Louisiana Hurricane Protection Project Authorization Extension – Extends the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' authority to allow the Corps to perform levee maintenance to address subsidence and ensure maximum protection. LPV Levee Maintenance Authorization – Authorizes $950 million for the Corps to conduct LPV levee maintenance to provide for continued maximum protection. LPV Fea… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z
https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise-to-Big-Tech-CEOS%3A-Save-Your-Documents Scalise to Big Tech CEOS: Save Your Documents 2022-12-05 2022 2022-12 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) appeared on Fox News Channel’s Fox & Friends to discuss how House Republicans will hold the Biden Administration and Big Tech accountable in the 118th Congress. Whip Scalise also called out the mainstream media for falsely labeling the Hunter Biden story as disinformation and slammed Big Tech CEOs for censoring conservative voices. Additionally, Whip Scalise emphasized the need to reverse the Biden Administration’s harmful vaccine mandate on U.S. service members. Image Click here or on the image above to watch the interview. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/12/01/higgins-bill-improving-long-term-veterans-care-passes-house/ Higgins’ Bill Improving Long-Term Veterans Care Passes House 2022-12-01 2022 2022-12 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that his bill H.R. 7158, the Long-Term Care Veterans Choice Act, passed the U.S. House of Representatives. The bill provides America’s Veterans with additional flexibility in exercising their health benefits, authorizing the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to cover the cost of medical foster homes for Veterans who are otherwise eligible for nursing home care. These changes ensure that Veterans can receive long-term care in a more independent, non-institutionalized setting while also maintaining a higher quality of life. The VA does not currently cover the cost of medical foster homes. Instead, these Veterans must pay for medical foster home services out of pocket or through private insurance. Costs associated with medical foster home services range between $1,500 – $3,000 a month, which is significantly lower than the more than $7,000 a month that the VA would otherwise pay at a traditional nursing home. The Long-Term Care Veterans Choice Act is also supported by the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Disabled American Veterans (DAV), and the Wounded Warrior Project. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: “We have been working on our legislation to improve long-term Veterans care since coming to Congress. My bill helps Veterans who have suffered the most debilitating service-related injuries and illnesses. Our intent is to provide greater flexibility for Veterans to exercise the benefits they have righteously earned. I am glad to see my bill pass the House with strong bipartisan support, and I am hopeful the Senate will move quickly to advance our legislation.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/12/01/higgins-budget-amendment-adopted-house-gop-majority-rules-118th-congress/ Higgins’ Budget Amendment Adopted in House GOP Majority Rules for 118th Congress 2022-12-01 2022 2022-12 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) today announced the inclusion of his amendment, which prioritizes reforms to the budget process, in the House Republican Conference rules package for the 118th Congress. Congressman Higgins’ amendment reads, “the Republican Leadership should, to the extent practicable, prioritize the consideration of individual appropriations bills reported by the Committee on Appropriations.” “There are 12 Appropriations Subcommittees, which produce 12 bills. We should therefore have 12 votes,” said Congressman Higgins. “Bundling incredibly disparate bills together in the form of minibus and omnibus spending packages forces representatives to violate core principles and ideological beliefs. This is reflective of a broken and unrighteous budget process.” Since his initial election, Congressman Higgins has advocated for budget reforms, including the independent consideration of all 12 appropriations bills. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/11/29/higgins-announces-additional-904m-hurricane-laura-recovery-efforts/ Higgins Announces Additional $90.4M for Hurricane Laura Recovery Efforts 2022-11-29 2022 2022-11 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that FEMA is awarding an additional $90,420,451.15 in Public Assistance reimbursements for hurricane recovery efforts in Southwest Louisiana. The funding is made available through the major disaster declaration for Hurricane Laura (DR-4559-LA), which Congressman Higgins supported. The reimbursements include: $2,708,865.90 to Cameron Parish for permanent repairs to the Grand Lake Maintenance Barn as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $5,940,177.31 to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for debris removal operations in response to Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 428 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $1,062,111.79 to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for debris removal operations in response to Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 428 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $57,954,045.95 to Jefferson Davis Electric Co-Op for emergency protective measures as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 403 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $1,151,163.89 to the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury for emergency protective measures as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 403 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $11,668,094.10 to the Calcasieu Parish School Board for permanent repairs at the Lewis Middle School campus in response to Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $3,641,214.31 to the Calcasieu Parish School Board for permanent repairs at the Watkins Elementary School campus in response to Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federa… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:24:37Z
https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise-Applauds-FCC-Implementation-of-His-Legislation-Preventing-China-from-Threatening-U.S.-Telecom-Networks Scalise Applauds FCC Implementation of His Legislation Preventing China from Threatening U.S. Telecom Networks 2022-11-27 2022 2022-11 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement after action by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) as directed by the bipartisan Secure Equipment Act of 2021 authored by Whip Scalise and Rep. Anna G. Eshoo (D-Calif.). “I applaud the historic action taken by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to properly implement my bipartisan legislation, the Secure Equipment Act, which safeguards our telecommunications networks from threats by China and others so we can strengthen America’s national security. The FCC’s important action finally starts to confront the significant threat China poses to Americans’ privacy and data security interests. I am pleased to see the FCC take this unprecedented action, and look forward to working with the Commission and other partners to address the continued threat China poses to America,” said Whip Scalise. The legislation, signed into law on November 11, 2021, prohibits the FCC from reviewing or issuing new equipment licenses to Chinese state-backed firms such as Huawei, ZTE, Hytera, Hikvision and Dahua and other companies that pose a national security threat from being further utilized and marketed in the United States. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:24:37Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/11/22/higgins-leads-republican-letter-biden-regarding-diesel-fuel-costs-urging/ Higgins leads Republican letter to Biden regarding diesel fuel costs, urging measures to reduce inflation 2022-11-22 2022 2022-11 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA), along with 28 republican colleagues, delivered a letter to President Biden urging him to reform his administration’s domestic energy policies. Republicans are attempting to force the Biden Administration to address inflation by embracing common sense solutions, like unleashing the American energy industry. “The high cost of diesel fuel is a primary inflationary factor, and your energy policies are driving the diesel crisis,” the letter states. Recent high diesel prices have increased the cost of food production, transportation, and eventually the sale cost, impacting American farmers and families at every level. The letter concludes with a request for President Biden to “direct [his] administration to immediately remove any unnecessary barriers to domestic energy production.” And “that [his] administration issue a uniform and cohesive policy that promotes the production of fossil fuels and prevents this crisis from ever happening again.” Read the full letter HERE. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:24:37Z
https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/the-HEAT-Report-November-21-2022 The HEAT Report 2022-11-21 2022 2022-11 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper The HEAT Report is a weekly newsletter focusing on how members of the House Energy Action Team (HEAT) promote American energy security, and an all-of-the-above energy economy. The Latest: As millions of Americans hit the road for Thanksgiving travel, they are expected to pay more at the pump this holiday week than ever before. Once again, President Biden’s self-made energy crisis is to blame. By electing a House Republican majority, Americans have made it clear they want a new direction, and we are ready to deliver on the solutions outlined in the Commitment to America, including unleashing domestic energy production. This Week's HEAT Member Highlights: House Majority Leader-elect Steve Scalise (R-La.) slammed President Biden’s attacks on American energy and highlighted Republican policies to restore affordable, reliable energy. Image HEAT Co-Chair Representative Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) urged the White House to immediately halt their failed energy policies and unleash American energy production. Image HEAT Co-Chair Representative Jeff Duncan (R-S.C.) shared with the South Carolina Business Council his “Blueprint for Nuclear Innovation and Competitiveness” he recently released to facilitate conversations next Congress surrounding nuclear energy policy. Image Representative Bob Latta (R-Ohio) called for an increase to energy production to reverse our nation’s energy crisis. Image Representative Troy Balderson (R-Ohio) joined state and local leaders for a visit with energy workers at a rig site in his district to help better educate officials about domestic energy resources and to emphasize the importance of restoring U.S. energy independence. Image Representative John Joyce (R-Pa.) blamed the administration’s failed policies for soaring diesel prices hurting Pennsylvania manufacturers. Image Representative Stephanie Bice (R-Okla.) wrote a column sharing just how devastating the diesel shortage is for our supply chains and economy. Image Representative Bill Johnson (R-Ohio) penned an op-ed noti… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:24:37Z
https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/-Scalise-and-Van-Duyne%3A-Republicans-Have-A-Plan-to-Lower-Your-Gas-and-Energy-Costs Scalise and Van Duyne: Republicans Have A Plan to Lower Your Gas and Energy Costs 2022-11-20 2022 2022-11 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) and Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne (R-Texas) co-authored an op-ed for the Houston Chronicle highlighting how the Biden Administration’s extreme climate policies and war on American energy have raised the price of gasoline and electricity, making it more expensive for the average American to fuel their car and heat and cool their home. Whip Scalise and Congresswoman Van Duyne slammed President Biden for traveling to Saudi Arabia to beg OPEC countries for oil, only to have OPEC and its allies reduce oil production by two million barrels per day. Additionally, Whip Scalise and Congresswoman Van Duyne emphasized that House Republicans’ “Commitment to America” agenda will bring back American energy independence and lower energy prices. Republican House will work to lower costs by increasing American energy production 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:24:37Z
https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-Republicans-Are-Ready-to-fix-Dems%27-Self-Made-Crises%2C-Hold-Biden-Accountable Scalise: Republicans Are Ready to fix Dems' Self-Made Crises, Hold Biden Accountable 2022-11-18 2022 2022-11 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Fox News Channel’s America Reports to discuss how Republicans will hold President Biden and his administration accountable in the 118th Congress. Whip Scalise previewed the oversight actions House Republicans will be taking in the new Congress and highlighted how House Republicans’ “Commitment to America” would lower inflation, cut energy costs for American families, and secure the border. Click here or on the image above to watch the interview. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:24:37Z
https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-Republicans-Are-Ready-to-Work-For-the-American-People Scalise: Republicans Are Ready to Work For the American People 2022-11-15 2022 2022-11 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — House Majority Leader-elect Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined the newly-elected Republican leadership team for the 118th Congress to discuss how House Republicans are ready to spend the next two years fighting for the American people. House Majority Leader-elect Scalise emphasized that Republicans are ready to implement their ‘Commitment to America’ agenda, which will reverse Democrats’ self-made crises. Image Click here or on the image above to view Majority Leader-elect Scalise’s remarks. Majority Leader-elect Scalise’s remarks: “People all across America went to the polls last week to elect a Republican House majority that will fight for them. And if you look everywhere from Portland, Oregon, down to South Florida, we flipped seats from Democrat to Republican, with candidates that were running on the ‘Commitment to America.’ [Running] on an agenda that’s focused on lowering inflation, reducing energy costs, securing America’s border, combating crime where we can give police the tools they need to keep our community safe and return safely to their families, [and] get parents more involved in their kids’ education. “As the Majority Leader, I really look forward to bringing those bills to the floor through a committee process that’s open again. We’re going to make Congress work again. Not only any proxy voting where people can show up to vote, but where the committees meet in person again to debate things that are important to the hardworking families who are struggling under this Biden agenda. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:24:37Z
https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise-Elected-Majority-Leader Scalise Elected Majority Leader 2022-11-15 2022 2022-11 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement upon news of his election as Majority Leader for the 118th Congress: “It has been an honor to fight for the American people as the Republican Whip for these past eight years, and I am humbled to be elected by my colleagues to serve as the Majority Leader in the new Republican-majority House of Representatives. By rejecting big government socialism, hardworking people all across America, from Portland, Oregon to Miami, Florida, elected a House Republican majority that will fight for them every day so we can get our country back on track, and we are ready to face this challenge. We will get to work preparing an agenda that is focused on the struggles hardworking families are facing, including passing bills through the House to reduce inflation, lower energy costs, secure the border, and help law enforcement officers get the tools they need to keep our communities safe from rampant crime. “We will also carry out the important oversight necessary to hold the Biden Administration accountable for their actions that undermine our national security and the rule of law. Millions of voters across America have elected us to address the problems facing our country, restore the American Dream, and get our country back on the right track, and I am ready to roll up my sleeves and get to work fighting for those families who are struggling as the new House Majority Leader.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:24:37Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/11/10/higgins-announces-7m-guidrys-catfish-facility-st-martin-parish/ Higgins Announces $7M for Guidry’s Catfish Facility in St. Martin Parish 2022-11-10 2022 2022-11 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper BREAUX BRIDGE, LA – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will award a $7 million grant to Guidry’s Catfish to expand their processing facility near Breaux Bridge. Congressman Higgins toured the facility in August 2022 to discuss the project, and he delivered a letter of support in May urging USDA to approve the grant application. Since 2017, our office has written hundreds of letters of support for pending federal grant applications and has shown a strong record of success. “This is a welcome investment that will lead to new jobs and economic activity for St. Martin Parish,” said Congressman Higgins. “The Guidry family runs a beautiful, squared-away operation. This USDA grant will help them expand their facilities and increase processing capacity. I look forward to their continued success here in South Louisiana.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:24:37Z
https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/HEAT-Report-November-7-2022 The HEAT Report 2022-11-07 2022 2022-11 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper The HEAT Report is a weekly newsletter focusing on how members of the House Energy Action Team (HEAT) promote American energy security, and an all-of-the-above energy economy. The Latest: With a historically low supply of diesel reserves, once again, Americans are forced to bear the brunt of President Biden’s self-inflicted energy crisis. As families and businesses still struggle to afford daily needs because of the Democrat-caused inflation, Republican lawmakers highlighted yet another hit to our economy and the supply chain. Last week, HEAT Leaders issued a statement warning Americans of the severe economic impacts to come because of low diesel reserves and higher prices per barrel. This Week's HEAT Member Highlights: Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) demanded President Biden wake up to his self-made energy crisis as the impending diesel shortage threatens the backbone of our economy. HEAT Co-Chair Representative Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) sent a letter to Secretaries Granholm, Buttigieg, Haaland, seeking answers on how these members of the President’s Cabinet plan to deal with the diesel shortage. HEAT Co-Chair Representative Jeff Duncan (R-S.C.) shared how diesel fuel is imperative for our economy to run, and with diesel fuel level at a historic low, it is time for President Biden to pay attention to this energy emergency before this sends our nation into another crisis. Representative Austin Scott (R-Ga.) called for American energy independence as the administration continues to slash our emergency reserves for political purposes. Representative August Pfluger (R-Texas) called out President Biden’s continued vilification of American oil and gas producers and invited him to come to meet the hard-working producers in the prolific Permian Basin to see what they do best— provide affordable, abundant, and ever-cleaner energy to the world. Representative French Hill (R-Ark.) slammed the administration for the continued war on fossil fuels and tapping into the Strategic Petroleum Reserve as a short-te… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:24:37Z
https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Heat-Leaders-to-Biden%3A-Wake-Up-and-Fix-Your-Self-Made-Diesel-Shortage Heat Leaders to Biden: Wake Up and Fix Your Self-Made Diesel Shortage 2022-11-02 2022 2022-11 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) and HEAT Co-Chairs Rep. Jeff Duncan (R-S.C.) and Rep. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) released the following joint statement about the impending diesel fuel shortage facing the United States: “Our economy runs on diesel fuel, and the historically low supply of diesel reserves impacts our economy at every level. High diesel fuel prices especially hurt truckers and farmers who keep food on the shelves and our economy running, but the entire American economy will feel the ripple effects of a diesel shortage. When our economy is truly hit by a diesel scarcity, trucks and trains stop running to deliver commodities, regardless of prices or inflation, and this will be a dramatic shock to the American economy. Energy is the foundation of everything, and when energy prices increase and energy reliability is jeopardized, the entire economy suffers. We are calling on the President to wake up to this developing crisis, release his death grip on the oil and gas industry, and unleash American energy production now.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:24:37Z
https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%20Calls-for-Transparency-During-NFIP-Roundtable Scalise Calls for Transparency During NFIP Roundtable 2022-10-31 2022 2022-10 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper JEFFERSON, La.—Today, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) called for greater transparency and affordability in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) following a roundtable discussion where local leaders and stakeholders raised concerns about the impact of the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Risk Rating 2.0 on policyholders. For the discussion, Whip Scalise invited Representative French Hill (R-Ark.), Ranking Member of the House Financial Services Subcommittee on Housing, Community Development and Insurance, to hear directly from communities in South Louisiana about the growing challenges caused by Risk Rating 2.0. With 80 percent of Louisiana policyholders and 77 percent of nationwide policyholders facing rate increases, data from FEMA has shown an alarming drop in policies as communities are priced out and struggle to find coverage due to a lack of affordable options. In April, FEMA began implementing Risk Rating 2.0 for existing policies and Whip Scalise expressed his serious transparency concerns surrounding the new premium rate system and its methodology. Whip Scalise invited Rep. French Hill to hear how Risk Rating 2.0 affects South Louisiana and other coastal communities. The roundtable included over 25 stakeholders representing key industries including flood protection, banking, home building, real estate, and insurance to explain its impact in Louisiana. Image Click here or on the image above to watch Whip Scalise's remarks. On the roundtable discussion regarding NFIP reform: "Let’s at least have some hearings where FEMA can come and explain how they came to the decision to come up with the methodology behind Risk Rating 2.0. But I think it’s embarrassing that FEMA refuses to even meet today with people who build levees, parish leaders who invest millions and billions of dollars into better flood protection – and after they do that FEMA still gives higher premium increases and won’t explain how they came to those rate hikes. That’s inexcusable. Those are the kind of thin… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/10/28/higgins-announces-25m-purchase-gulf-shrimp/ Higgins Announces $25M Purchase of Gulf Shrimp 2022-10-28 2022 2022-10 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper LAFAYETTE, LA – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is purchasing up to $25 million of wild-caught Gulf shrimp through the Section 32 program for inclusion in its food nutrition assistance programs. “Since coming to Congress, my office has pushed for greater inclusion of Gulf seafood in USDA’s food and nutrition programs,” said Congressman Higgins. “This purchase is a significant win for Louisiana shrimpers who have been greatly injured by inflation, foreign seafood dumping, and other market disruptions. I stand with Louisiana’s seafood producers. We are pursuing solutions that will help protect Gulf seafood and prioritize Louisiana fishermen.” Congressman Higgins has also introduced legislation to combat foreign seafood dumping and protect American producers. More information on his bill is available here. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/10/28/higgins-announces-additional-20m-hurricane-laura-recovery-efforts/ Higgins Announces Additional $20M For Hurricane Laura Recovery Efforts 2022-10-28 2022 2022-10 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that FEMA is awarding an additional $20,118,713.32 in Public Assistance reimbursements for hurricane recovery efforts in Southwest Louisiana. The funding is made available through the major disaster declaration for Hurricane Laura (DR-4559-LA), which Congressman Higgins supported. The reimbursements include: $2,365,461.89 to the Calcasieu Parish School Board for repairs at Moss Bluff Middle School in response to Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $1,667,067.72 to the Southwest Louisiana Electric Membership Corp. (SLEMCO) for utility infrastructure repairs as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $16,086,183.71 to the Vermilion Parish School Board for emergency protective measures at 27 campuses as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 403 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. Much of our official Congressional work to advance recovery projects occurs behind the scenes. Funding finalization and the associated formal announcement of funding are the result of constant efforts over many months with FEMA and state and local stakeholders. All funding will be delivered to the State of Louisiana. The state is responsible for disbursing the funds to each sub-recipient. A more extensive timeline of Congressman Higgins’ actions on hurricane recovery is available here. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: “We continue to work with our local, state, and federal partners to provide additional support for recovery efforts. We have delivered over $3.7 billion in response to Hurricanes Laura and Delta. I will not stop working for Southwest Louisiana.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/10/27/higgins-announces-additional-38m-hurricane-laura-recovery-efforts/ Higgins Announces Additional $38M for Hurricane Laura Recovery Efforts 2022-10-27 2022 2022-10 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that FEMA is awarding an additional $37,892,489.72 in Public Assistance reimbursements for hurricane recovery efforts in Southwest Louisiana. The funding is made available through the major disaster declaration for Hurricane Laura (DR-4559-LA), which Congressman Higgins supported. The reimbursements include: $21,868,471.51 to the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury for debris removal operations in response to Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 407 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $16,024,018.21 to the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry for emergency protective measures in response to Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 100% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 403 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:34:28Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/10/26/higgins-announces-10m-port-morgan-city-dock-expansion-project/ Higgins Announces $10M for Port of Morgan City Dock Expansion Project 2022-10-26 2022 2022-10 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper MORGAN CITY, LA – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that the U.S. Department of Transportation is awarding a $10 million Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) grant for the Port of Morgan City’s “Western Dock Expansion” project. Funding for the grant is authorized through regular appropriations. The funding will be used to expand the Port of Morgan City’s dock by adding approximately 1.6 acres of concrete laydown area and building an additional 8,880-square-foot wharf-relieving platform structure to support a 440’ x 40’ wharf extension. It complements “Phase 3A,” which was funded by the Port and the State of Louisiana, and completes all phases of the Port’s “Western Dock Expansion” project. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: “This is a welcome investment for the Port of Morgan City. My office has worked with Port officials since 2017 to advance funding for the dock expansion project, and this grant will bring us to completion. The project will result in increased capacity and greater efficiency for the Port. It will also bring a boost to economic activity for St. Mary Parish. Since coming to Congress, we have delivered over $1 billion for dredging and water management projects in South Louisiana. I will continue to advocate for the needs of our ports and maritime assets.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:34:28Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/10/26/higgins-rated-one-most-effective-republican-lawmakers/ Higgins Rated One Of Most Effective Republican Lawmakers 2022-10-26 2022 2022-10 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) ranked in the top 10% of House Republicans for legislative effectiveness according to the Center for Effective Lawmaking (CEL), which scores lawmakers on their ability to advance agenda items through the legislative process and into law. Congressman Higgins ranked as the most effective Republican lawmaker for the “Law, Crime, and Family” policy area, and he finished 19th out of 205 Republican members of the U.S. House of Representatives in overall legislative effectiveness for the 116th Congress. According to the report, Congressman Higgins introduced 19 substantive bills during the legislative term. Three of those bills advanced beyond committee, with one bill passing both chambers and being signed into law. More information on CEL’s methodology can be found here. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: “Since being elected to serve in Congress, my office has delivered an active legislative effort, grounded in our core principles and focused on effective interaction across Congressional barriers. We have worked to advance bills that help Louisiana and, by extension, all of America. I will continue to work within the parameters of our Constitution to deliver results. I do not seek personal recognition for our efforts, however, this particular award is testament to the fact that our Lord has delivered unto me a brilliant, dedicated staff of American Patriots. Every day, I rise from bended knee, prayerful that I may be worthy of our devoted service to We, the People.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:34:28Z
https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases/heat-report-october-24-2022 The HEAT Report 2022-10-24 2022 2022-10 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper The HEAT Report is a weekly newsletter focusing on how members of the House Energy Action Team (HEAT) promote American energy security, and an all-of-the-above energy economy. The Latest: Last week, HEAT Leaders and 127 House Republicans sent a letter to President Biden demanding he reverse his anti-American energy policies and unleash American energy by issuing a five-year offshore oil and natural gas leasing plan after his administration let the previous plan expire. President Biden, however, made clear that he intends to continue the same misguided policies that created this self-inflicted energy crisis. Instead of unleashing domestic energy production, he opted to drain our already historically low Strategic Petroleum Reserve and begged OPEC to increase production, rather than approving the more than 4,400 permits to drill and produce cleaner energy here at home. With winter around the corner, American families are scraping by to make ends meet with sky-high gas prices and home utility bills. House Republicans are committed to ending Biden’s war on American energy and getting us back to lower energy costs. Image Image This Week's HEAT Member Highlights: Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) pointed to the administration's failed energy policies for America's high gas prices. HEAT Co-Chair Representative Jeff Duncan (R-S.C.) called out Joe Biden for draining the Strategic Petroleum Reserve as a political Band-Aid to cover up his self-imposed energy crisis when he should instead unleash domestic energy production and utilize our nation’s abundant natural resources. HEAT Co-Chair Representative Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) noted President Biden has depleted the Strategic Petroleum Reserve more than every past president – combined. Representative French Hill (R-Ark.) and House Committee on Financial Services Ranking Member Patrick McHenry (R-N.C.) sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen urging her to support and advocate for nuclear energy investments at the European Bank for Reconstruction and … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:34:28Z
https://scalise.house.gov/press-release/Scalise-And-Fitzgerald-Soft-On-Crime-Democrats-Are-Ruining-Our-Communities Scalise And Fitzgerald: Soft-On-Crime Democrats Are Ruining Our Communities 2022-10-24 2022 2022-10 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) and Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (R-Wis.) co-authored an op-ed for FoxNews.com highlighting how Democrats’ soft-on-crime policies and support for the radical “Defund the Police” movement have weakened police departments and caused a dramatic rise in violent crime and homicides in Wisconsin and across the country. Additionally, Whip Scalise and Congressman Fitzgerald emphasize how House Republicans’ “Commitment to America” agenda will protect American citizens and support law enforcement officers who risk their own lives to keep us safe. Soft-on-crime Dems ruining communities: GOP pledges to support police, public safety Over the last few years, we have seen the consequences of leftist Democrats’ embrace of the radical “Defund the Police” and “No Cash Bail” movements. By slashing police budgets, ending cash bail, and allowing violent offenders back onto our streets, radical Democrats nationwide have made our communities less safe. In 2002, Sen. Joe Biden wrote, “And what works in the fight against crime? It’s simple – more police on the streets.” But what changed to cause President Biden and congressional Democrats to completely change course from those words from 20 years ago? Only now, as polling shows that majorities of Americans reject their soft-on-crime policies and are horrified by the increase in violent crime nationwide, have Democrats tried to distance themselves from the policies they have championed for years. Sadly, this reversal comes too late for many victims of crime in Wisconsin. Last November, Darrell Brooks plowed his car through a Christmas parade killing six people and injuring 62 others in Waukesha, Wisconsin. What’s truly upsetting is that Darrell Brooks was arrested for a nearly identical crime days before orchestrating the Waukesha Christmas parade massacre. However, Brooks was released from jail after he posted $1,000 bail. How can someone accused of running over the mother of his child be allowed to walk out o… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:34:28Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/10/21/higgins-announces-additional-142m-hurricane-laura-recovery-efforts/ Higgins Announces Additional $142M for Hurricane Laura Recovery Efforts 2022-10-21 2022 2022-10 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that FEMA is awarding an additional $142,490,757.90 in Public Assistance reimbursements for hurricane recovery efforts in Southwest Louisiana. The funding is made available through the major disaster declaration for Hurricane Laura (DR-4559-LA), which Congressman Higgins supported. The reimbursement includes $142,490,757.90 to Jeff Davis Electric Co-Op for systemwide repairs to electrical transmission infrastructure as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. Much of our official Congressional work to advance recovery projects occurs behind the scenes. Funding finalization and the associated formal announcement of funding are the result of constant efforts over many months with FEMA and state and local stakeholders. All funding will be delivered to the State of Louisiana. The state is responsible for disbursing the funds to each sub-recipient. A more extensive timeline of Congressman Higgins’ actions on hurricane recovery is available here. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: “We continue to deliver additional recovery funding for Southwest Louisiana, bringing total disaster relief to over $3.7 billion. This latest reimbursement provides significant support for electrical grid repairs. I will not stop working for Southwest Louisiana.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:34:28Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/10/20/higgins-announces-additional-30m-hurricane-laura-recovery-efforts/ Higgins Announces Additional $30M for Hurricane Laura Recovery Efforts 2022-10-20 2022 2022-10 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that FEMA is awarding an additional $30,435,275.48 in Public Assistance reimbursements for hurricane recovery efforts in Southwest Louisiana. The funding is made available through the major disaster declaration for Hurricane Laura (DR-4559-LA), which Congressman Higgins supported. The reimbursements include: $10,127,216.70 for repairs to the McNeese State University Cowboy Stadium Press Box in response to Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $11,117,120.00 for repairs to seven buildings on the McNeese State University campus in response to Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $6,299,942.40 to the Jeff Davis Electric Co-Op for electric distribution repairs as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 428 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $2,890,996.38 to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for debris removal operations in response to Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 100% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 428 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:34:28Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/10/19/higgins-fighting-lsu-rotc-cadet-injured-bidens-covid-mandate/ Higgins Fighting for LSU ROTC Cadet Injured by Biden’s COVID Mandate 2022-10-19 2022 2022-10 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) delivered a letter today to President Biden and top Department of Defense (DOD) officials, demanding they preserve all documents related to the denial of LSU Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) Cadet Madison Burdett’s request for a religious exemption to the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. “Cadet Burdett’s willingness to serve our nation makes her a true American patriot. She is unjustly being denied the opportunity to serve our nation based on a personal, religious decision,” Congressman Higgins wrote. “The denial of her appeal just weeks ahead of her graduation will disenroll her from the ROTC program and prevent her from becoming eligible for commissioning as an officer in the future.” “The United States Army’s policy is clearly politically driven. You are all responsible for callously derailing the military careers of American servicemen by mandating COVID vaccinations that have proven to be not only ineffective, but dangerous to healthy individuals under 30, and medically quite controversial, based upon over 2 years of unbiased scientific research worldwide,” continued Congressman Higgins. “Your administration has persecuted Cadet Burdett and every other American Soldier, Sailor, Airman and Marine who has fallen to this unconscionable policy. It is shamefully abhorrent, and goes against the core principles that our nation represents. You should all resign, every one of you. As a senior member of the House Committee on Oversight and Reform, I promise a congressional inquiry into this disgraceful practice.” To aid with oversight investigations, Congressman Higgins directed that all e-mails, electronic documents, phone calls, handwritten documents, and other records of the decision be preserved. Read the full letter here 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z
https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases/Scalise%2C-House-Republicans%3A-%27Biden-Must-Unleash-American-Energy-Now%27 Scalise, House Republicans: 'Biden Must Unleash American Energy Now' 2022-10-17 2022 2022-10 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) led 129 House Republicans in sending a letter to President Biden demanding an immediate halt to his war on American energy by issuing a robust offshore energy leasing plan. “Every day that passes under President Biden’s war on American energy is another day Louisiana families struggle to pay their electricity bills and fill their tanks. President Biden has unfortunately carried out his campaign pledge to shut down American oil and gas production, leaving families struggling to keep up with skyrocketing energy costs. “We’ve seen the future of Biden and Pelosi’s reckless Green New Deal policies play out in Europe with mushrooming energy costs, and allowing the same devastating fate for American families would be unconscionable. Instead of begging OPEC and Russia to increase oil production, I have called on President Biden to look to places like offshore Louisiana and Port Fourchon in my district so we can unleash American energy, create good jobs and lower costs for hard-working families,”said Whip Scalise. The letter demands President Biden and U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary Deb Haaland reverse course on the current disastrous energy policies and invest in America’s energy independence by issuing a five-year offshore leasing plan that includes regular annual lease sales in America’s offshore areas. “The American people have suffered long enough because of your destructive energy policies. We must do everything we can to avoid a future like the one we are seeing in Europe by increasing our investments in American energy, where we have the highest standards in the world. It is time to unleash our nation’s vast energy resources and give the American people the relief that is desperately needed,” the letter reads. The offshore leasing program is required under the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (OCSLA), mandating the Department of the Interior to finalize a five-year plan before any leasing can occur. While past administrations e… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z
https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases/Scalise%3A-Biden-Raiding-Strategic-Petroleum-Reserve-to-Counter-His-Failed-Energy-Policies Scalise: Biden Raiding Strategic Petroleum Reserve to Counter His Failed Energy Policies 2022-10-17 2022 2022-10 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Fox Business Network’s Mornings with Maria to discuss how Democrats’ far-left climate policies are raising energy costs and hurting the American people. Whip Scalise called out President Biden for traveling to Saudi Arabia to beg OPEC countries for more oil, only for them to announce that they would reduce oil production by two million barrels per day. Additionally, Whip Scalise slammed President Biden for raiding the Strategic Petroleum Reserve in an attempt to counter his administration’s self-created energy crisis. Whip Scalise also highlighted how House Republicans’ ‘Commitment to America’ would lower inflation, cut energy costs for American families, secure the border, and reduce crime. Image Click here or on the image above to watch the interview. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z
https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases/heat-report-october-12-2022 The HEAT Report 2022-10-12 2022 2022-10 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper The HEAT Report is a weekly newsletter focusing on how members of the House Energy Action Team (HEAT) promote American energy security, and an all-of-the-above energy economy. The Latest: With OPEC reducing oil production by two million barrels per day and President Biden responding by again raiding our Strategic Petroleum Reserve, Americans are once again getting a raw deal as they’re staring down a winter with no lower energy costs in sight. Last week, HEAT leaders released a statement calling for President Biden to abandon his radical climate agenda, end our reliance on foreign oil, and fully unleash America’s energy production. HEAT Members Respond: Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.)set the record straight on what OPEC’s decision means for American families. HEAT Co-Chair Representative Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.)urged President Biden to reconsider tapping into the Strategic Petroleum Reserve as a solution to OPEC cutting oil production. Representative Carol Miller (R-W.Va.) called for American energy independence in the wake of OPEC’s decision to reduce oil production. Representative Ben Cline (R-Va.)slammed the administration’s decision to draw down on the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, bringing it to the lowest level since the early 1980s. Representative Garret Graves (R-La.)laid out the facts and placed the blame for America’s surging cost of living and energy costs squarely on President Biden’s flawed energy policies. Representative Larry Bucshon (R-Ind.)called the administration’s decision to tap into the Strategic Petroleum Reserve in response to OPEC a “continued assault on American energy” in a statement. Representative Tim Walberg (R-Mich.)called on President Biden to boost domestic oil production rather than relying on foreign entities. HEAT Member Highlights: HEAT Co-Chair Representative Jeff Duncan (R-S.C.)published an op-ed in the Washington Times for the National Clean Energy Week exposing the hypocrisy of a narrow "clean" energy strategy and the dirty reality of the Left's rush-to… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/10/07/higgins-hosting-town-hall-meeting-breaux-bridge/ Higgins Hosting Town Hall Meeting in Breaux Bridge 2022-10-07 2022 2022-10 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper BREAUX BRIDGE, LA – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) will host a town hall meeting in Breaux Bridge on Wednesday, October 12 to discuss issues facing South Louisiana. He will answer questions and provide an update on his work in Congress. The event is open to the public. “Since coming to Congress, I’ve hosted 35 town halls, thousands of constituent interviews, and hundreds of documented in-depth media interviews,” said Congressman Higgins. “My office remains accessible and transparent. My town halls commonly last several hours… always unscripted, candid, and honest.” Who: Congressman Clay Higgins What: Town Hall Meeting When: Wednesday, October 12 at 6:00 PM CST 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/10/06/higgins-again-calls-biden-increase-us-energy-production-following-opec/ Higgins Again Calls on Biden to Increase U.S. Energy Production Following OPEC+ Decision 2022-10-06 2022 2022-10 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) delivered a letter to President Joe Biden, urging action to increase American oil and gas production in response to OPEC+ nations announcing plans to cut output by 2 million barrels daily. “Your administration’s energy policies have injured domestic oil and gas production and destroyed American energy independence. Gas prices and utility costs are again rising, and the United States is more susceptible than ever to global market disruptions,” wrote Congressman Higgins. “Despite your begging foreign dictators to increase production, OPEC+ nations are preparing to cut output by 2 million barrels daily,” continued Congressman Higgins. “You must act now to unleash America’s full production capabilities. Get the federal government out of the way of private industry.” “We must return to American energy dominance. Your administration must end its predatory stance toward American oil and gas producers,” Congressman Higgins concluded. Read the full letter here. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/10/06/higgins-commends-schlumbergers-115m-investment-lafayette/ Higgins Commends Schlumberger’s $11.5M Investment in Lafayette 2022-10-06 2022 2022-10 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper LAFAYETTE, LA – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) commended Schlumberger’s announcement of an $11.5 million investment to centralize its North Gulf Coast (NGC) divisions at an operations hub in Lafayette. The project will create 44 new direct jobs and help retain 1,376 jobs in Louisiana. Read more about the announcement here. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: “Schlumberger provides important services to Louisiana’s oil and gas industry. This investment will help support energy development efforts in the Gulf of Mexico while creating good-paying jobs for Lafayette Parish. My office supports private investment projects like this one, and we will continue to support new economic opportunities for South Louisiana.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z
https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases/HEAT-Leaders-Slam-OPEC-Decision-to-Cut%20Oil-Production HEAT Leaders Slam OPEC Decision to Cut Oil Production 2022-10-06 2022 2022-10 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) and HEAT Co-Chairs Rep. Jeff Duncan (R-S.C.) and Rep. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) released the following joint statement after OPEC and its allies agreed to reduce oil production by two million barrels per day: “Thanks to the Biden Administration’s radical climate agenda and war on American energy, our oil and gas industry has been decimated. As a result, gasoline and electricity prices are through the roof. What is President Biden’s solution? To beg OPEC countries like Iran, Venezuela, and Saudi Arabia to increase their production of oil to meet our nation’s energy needs. “By announcing their decision to lower oil production by two million barrels per day, OPEC is flatly rejecting President Biden’s request. “Instead of begging foreign countries for oil and raiding our Strategic Petroleum Reserve, President Biden should reverse his anti-American policies and unleash domestic energy production. Making the United States energy independent again would lower energy costs for Americans and reduce our reliance on OPEC for oil. By, once again, becoming a net exporter of energy, the United States can harness its resources to meet not only our needs but also the needs of our allies.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/10/03/higgins-announces-additional-41m-hurricane-laura-recovery-efforts/ Higgins Announces Additional $4.1M For Hurricane Laura Recovery Efforts 2022-10-03 2022 2022-10 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper LAFAYETTE, LA – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that FEMA is awarding an additional $4,106,880.42 in Public Assistance reimbursements for hurricane recovery efforts in Southwest Louisiana. The funding is made available through the major disaster declaration for Hurricane Laura (DR-4559-LA), which Congressman Higgins supported. The reimbursements include: $1,913,260.50 to the Lake Charles Police Department for repairs to their SWAT Training Center as a result of damage from Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 428 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $2,193,619.92 to the City of Lake Charles for repairs at the Lake Charles Civic Center as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/10/03/higgins-announces-additional-46m-southwest-coastal-louisiana-hurricane/ Higgins Announces Additional $46M for Southwest Coastal Louisiana Hurricane Protection Project 2022-10-03 2022 2022-10 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is allocating an additional $46 million through the Infrastructure Law for construction on the Southwest Coastal Louisiana Hurricane Protection project. The project is a coastal restoration and storm mitigation effort that encompasses 4,700 square miles in Calcasieu, Cameron, and Vermilion parishes. “While I opposed the Infrastructure bill in its totality, there are elements within the bill that my office fully supports. We have long prioritized funding for water management and storm mitigation efforts, including the Southwest Coastal Louisiana project,” said Congressman Higgins. “I secured language in the 2018 Water Resources bill prioritizing this project for construction, and my office has advocated for funding through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers since coming to Congress.” Background on funding efforts for the Southwest Coastal Louisiana Hurricane Protection project: 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z
https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases/letlow-hires-rachel-perez-milam-grants-and-special-projects-manager Letlow Hires Rachel Perez Milam as Grants and Special Projects Manager 2022-10-03 2022 2022-10 Republican House LA Julia Letlow L000595 letlow.house.gov letlow https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper START, LA – Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) today announced that Rachel Perez Milam will be joining her team as Grants and Special Projects Manager. In this new role, Milam will primarily connect municipalities, educational institutions, and local groups with federal grant opportunities and help guide them through the application and awarding process. “I’m excited to have Rachel join our team and fill this critical role,” Letlow said. “In the Fifth District, our communities have countless needs, and it has always been my top priority to help them find federal resources. Rachel joins our team with a wealth of knowledge and the experience that will be able to deliver results.” Milam most recently served as Southeast Regional Director for U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy. Her experience includes 18 years as a staffer in the Senate, where she served as a key constituent services contact and led numerous community outreach initiatives and coalition building efforts. Entities wishing to learn more about the federal grant process are encouraged to reach out to Milam directly at Rachel.Milam@mail.house.gov. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/09/30/higgins-introduces-legislation-combat-fentanyl-drug-cartels/ Higgins Introduces Legislation to Combat Fentanyl, Drug Cartels 2022-09-30 2022 2022-09 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) is introducing the Homeland Security Fentanyl Enforcement Act, which expands the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) authority to conduct counter-narcotics operations and fully combat transnational criminal organizations (TCOs). The bill amends Title 21 of the U.S. Code, which governs drugs and other controlled substances, to provide DHS Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) agents with independent authority to enforce America’s drug laws. HSI is the primary DHS agency responsible for investigating transnational crime, including gun trafficking, money laundering, transnational gang activity, and human smuggling. However, under current statute, HSI agents are limited by a reliance on the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to investigate Title 21 crimes. Under an Interagency Cooperation Agreement signed in 2009, DEA cross-designates HSI agents to exercise limited Title 21 authority. Of the more than 6,800 HSI special agents, only around 1,500 have been granted Title 21 authority by the DEA – leaving thousands of HSI agents on the sidelines as fentanyl and other deadly drugs pour into our country. Congressman Higgins’ bill was developed in consultation with frontline DHS law enforcement officers. The legislation provides full Title 21 enforcement authority to HSI, enabling every agent to aggressively investigate and combat drug crimes. Including HSI’s 3,750 local, state, and Tribal task force officers, this expanded authority would add more than 10,000 law enforcement professionals to fight deadly drugs. The bill’s co-sponsors at the time of introduction include Reps. Brian Babin (R-TX), Mike Carey (R-OH), Mayra Flores (R-TX), Mary Miller (R-IL), Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA), and Chris Smith (R-NJ). The Fox News exclusive on the bill is here. The bill text is available here. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: “The criminal cartels are sending fentanyl and other deadly drugs across our border at unprecedented rates. HSI is on the fr… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z
https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases/letlow-announces-more-26-million-dra-investments-fifth-district Letlow Announces More Than $2.6 Million in DRA Investments for the Fifth District 2022-09-29 2022 2022-09 Republican House LA Julia Letlow L000595 letlow.house.gov letlow https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) today announced that the Delta Regional Authority (DRA) will invest more than $2.6 million in nine projects across Louisiana’s Fifth District. ““These substantial investments in the Fifth District will have a tremendous impact in our rural communities. I look forward to continuing to work with the Delta Regional Authority to bring home even more critical funding for our region,” Letlow said. The funded projects include – $523,439 to expand Workforce Development Board SDA-83’s electrical apprenticeship programs in Monroe $508,910 for road improvements at the Port of Columbia $293,212 to replace water lines in Forest $291,397 to expand Workforce Development Board SDA-83’s training program for mechanics in Monroe $276,142 for street improvements in Wisner $228,400 for pump station improvements in Jonesboro $203,039 to rehabilitate six sewer lift stations in Cheneyville $165,000 for street rehabilitation in Tallulah $144,343 for the Louisiana Chamber of Commerce Foundation to develop a business incubator in Monroe. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/09/28/higgins-introduces-bill-protect-insurance-availability-louisiana/ Higgins Introduces Bill to Protect Insurance Availability for Louisiana 2022-09-28 2022 2022-09 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) is introducing legislation to protect insurance availability for Louisiana homeowners and encourage insurers to continue coverage options after a major disaster. Since the 2020 hurricane season, eight insurance companies with Louisiana policyholders have failed, and at least 12 others have withdrawn from the state. Congressman Higgins’ bill would amend the U.S. tax code and allow insurers to deduct the cost of providing homeowners insurance and policy payouts following a federally declared disaster. The tax provision would take effect in the event of a major disaster declaration and would be limited to policies within the impacted area. In order to qualify, the insurer would need to maintain policies within the declared disaster zone. The text of the bill is available here. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: “My bill would reform existing tax code, restructuring the tax burden to encourage insurance availability for Louisiana. After recent disasters, we’ve witnessed insurers abandon the state and terminate policies. This has left Louisiana families with limited insurance options, driving up costs and destroying financial security for scores of thousands of Louisiana citizens. My bill would incentivize property insurance providers to remain in the state after a major disaster. Further, because insurance is largely regulated at the state level, I am hopeful that our bill can also serve as a model for similar legislation in the Louisiana State Legislature. Insurance companies fleeing Louisiana after a rough hurricane season has been a problem for decades. This bill, enhanced by companion legislation out of Baton Rouge, will finally address the property insurance nightmare in Louisiana, without growing the government or adding regulations.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z
https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases/heat-report-38 The HEAT Report 2022-09-26 2022 2022-09 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper The HEAT Report is a weekly newsletter focusing on how members of the House Energy Action Team (HEAT) promote American energy security, and an all-of-the-above energy economy. The Latest: Last week, House Republicans unveiled the “Commitment to America” that will help Americans suffering from Democrats’ far-left policies. Republicans have a plan that will lower inflation, cut energy costs for American families, and put checks and balances on Democrats’ socialist agenda. House Republicans stand ready to reverse Democrats’ self-made crises in the 118th Congress. House Republicans have a plan to get us back not only to lower energy costs, but energy independence. House Republicans will be committed to stopping President Biden's war on American energy and our reliance on hostile foreign nations for energy. Click here or on the image above to view Whip Scalise's remarks. This Week’s HEAT Member Highlights: During last week's House Energy and Commerce Committee meeting, Republicans hammered Democrats' radical policies and failure to deliver solutions to the energy problems they've created. Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) called for accountability for the attack on American energy unleashed by President Biden. Click here or on the image above to view Whip Scalise's remarks. HEAT Co-Chair Rep. Jeff Duncan (R-S.C.) submitted a Resolution of Inquiry to request documentation on the Biden Administration’s exploitation of its self-imposed energy crisis to advance a radical rush-to-green agenda while shifting the blame for record-high gas prices on external factors. Congressman Duncan shared remarks on his Resolution of Inquiry during the Energy and Commerce Committee Hearing markup. During a special order hour on Monday, Representative John Joyce (R-Pa.) condemned the Biden Administration’s far-left policies that have sent energy prices soaring and highlighted the need to transition away from Green New Deal bailouts for wind and solar and return to using the baseload power underneath the feet of his constituents in Penns… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/09/23/higgins-co-authors-legislation-suspend-migrant-entry-during-surges/ Higgins Co-Authors Legislation to Suspend Migrant Entry During Surges 2022-09-23 2022 2022-09 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) joined Congresswoman Kat Cammack (R-FL) and 11 House Republican colleagues to introduce H.R. 8952, the Justified Action for Securing Our Nation (JASON) Act. The bill would provide the Secretary of Homeland Security with the authority to prevent the entry of aliens in the event of a surge in apprehensions at U.S. land borders, a public health emergency in the U.S. due to an outbreak that could qualify as a pandemic, the dissolution or failure of a national government in the western hemisphere, or an imminent foreign terror threat to the United States. “We are witnessing the worst border crisis in the history of our nation, and Joe Biden refuses to secure the border,” said Congressman Higgins. “I am proud to join Congresswoman Cammack on this bill to strengthen our border security capabilities. Providing DHS with expanded authority to halt migrant crossings during times of crisis is critical to reestablishing operational control at the border. This is certainly a time of crisis at the southern border, and our legislation would provide much-needed support to frontline law enforcement.” “Over the last 21 months, we’ve experienced a national security, humanitarian, and public health crisis at the southern border. Joe Biden refuses to act on the crisis that he created, Kamala Harris has not visited the border as the so-called ‘Border Czar,’ and DHS Sec. Mayorkas believes there’s no crisis occurring in the first place,” said Congresswoman Cammack. “This bill holds the Secretary accountable by providing him with the authority to shut down the border to protect our national security and deliver relief to the hundreds of CBP agents who are doing their best to hold the line in California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.” The text of the bill is available here. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/09/23/higgins-introduces-bill-advance-charity-health-services/ Higgins Introduces Bill to Advance Charity Health Services 2022-09-23 2022 2022-09 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) is introducing the “Medical Care Equity Act,” which would initiate long-overdue tax code reforms for medical doctors who provide pro-bono health services, resulting in more readily available medical care for Americans without growing government. The bill would allow doctors to deduct an amount equal to the unreimbursed Medicare-based value of charity medical care during a taxable year. The text of the bill is available here. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: “Our bill makes it easier for doctors to provide charity medical care and pro-bono health services in their communities. We’ve developed this legislation over the course of three years. It addresses an issue that has been getting worse for two decades. We are carefully reforming existing tax code to encourage medical services rather than expanding government interference in the health care system. My office worked closely with Louisiana doctors to develop this legislation, and our bill reflects a compassionate desire to recognize the value of charitable medical care, reduce unexpected billing, and expand access to health services for many of our most vulnerable citizens.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/09/21/higgins-announces-additional-26m-hurricane-laura-recovery-efforts/ Higgins Announces Additional $26M for Hurricane Laura Recovery Efforts 2022-09-21 2022 2022-09 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that FEMA is awarding an additional $26,131,734.90 in Public Assistance reimbursements for hurricane recovery efforts in Southwest Louisiana. The funding is made available through the major disaster declaration for Hurricane Laura (DR-4559-LA), which Congressman Higgins supported. The reimbursements include: $3,654,302.40 to the Calcasieu Parish School Board for permanent repairs at Lewis Middle School in response to Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $22,477,432.50 to the Jeff Davis Electric Co-Op for transmission line restoration as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. Much of our official Congressional work to advance recovery projects occurs behind the scenes. Funding finalization and the associated formal announcement of funding are the result of constant efforts over many months with FEMA and state and local stakeholders. All funding will be delivered to the State of Louisiana. The state is responsible for disbursing the funds to each sub-recipient. A more extensive timeline of Congressman Higgins’ actions on hurricane recovery is available here. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: “We have delivered over $3.5 billion in federal disaster relief following Hurricanes Laura and Delta. My office continues to work closely with FEMA and our state and local partners to expedite disaster reimbursements. We will not stop working for Southwest Louisiana.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/09/19/higgins-announces-126m-lafayette-regional-airport/ Higgins Announces $12.6M for Lafayette Regional Airport 2022-09-19 2022 2022-09 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that the Lafayette Regional Airport will receive $12.6 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation for a taxiway extension project. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: “This latest investment for Lafayette Regional is welcome news. Since coming to Congress, we have worked with our federal partners to deliver over $70 million for the airport. The new terminal and other enhancements are driving growth for the airport and boosting economic activity in South Louisiana. Executive Director Steven Picou and his team at Lafayette Regional are doing an excellent job. They have been very proactive and worked with us for six years to secure federal funding for airport improvements.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/09/19/higgins-announces-funding-coastal-restoration-efforts-cameron-parish/ Higgins Announces Funding for Coastal Restoration Efforts in Cameron Parish 2022-09-19 2022 2022-09 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that the U.S. Department of Treasury’s Office of Gulf Coast Restoration is awarding $2,994,006.60 to the Rockefeller Refuge Gulf Shoreline Stabilization project. The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury will receive $2,116,894.60 to expand the project westward and install an additional 0.3 miles of rock breakwaters. Cameron Parish will serve as the sub-recipient and will carry out the scope of work for the project. Cameron Parish will also receive $877,112.00 to reduce shoreline erosion along approximately 6,000 linear feet of coastline. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: “This shoreline stabilization project will help protect portions of the coast in Cameron Parish. I have always supported fiscally responsible investments in coastal restoration and mitigation. My office will continue to support these efforts in Congress.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/09/19/higgins-named-nfib-guardian-small-business/ Higgins Named NFIB Guardian of Small Business 2022-09-19 2022 2022-09 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) has been recognized by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) with the “Guardian of Small Business” award for his conservative, pro-small business voting record in the 117th Congress. “In Congress, I have always voted for pro-growth economic policies that help small businesses succeed,” said Congressman Higgins. “I will continue to support lower taxes, decreased regulatory burdens, and more economic freedom for every American. We must restore economic prosperity to our nation.” “The NFIB Guardian of Small Business Award is presented to Members of Congress who have proven themselves to be real champions of small business,” said NFIB President and CEO Brad Close. “This Congress, small businesses emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic but faced continual threats of high inflation, workforce shortages, and supply chain disruptions. These NFIB Guardians demonstrated strong support of small businesses on key issues.” More information on award recipients and key votes is available here. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/09/18/higgins-battles-radical-climate-activism-congressional-oversight-hearing/ Higgins Battles Radical Climate Activism in Congressional Oversight Hearing 2022-09-18 2022 2022-09 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – During a House Oversight Committee hearing last week, Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) dismantled the arguments of “energy justice” activist, New York attorney Raya Salter. On back-to-back days, Democrats staged hearings to attack the American energy industry and promote their Green New Deal agenda. Louisiana was particularly targeted by the activists. On the second panel of the second day, Ms. Salter delivered her opening statement and called for the immediate elimination of America’s oil and gas and petrochemical industry. She also claimed that American energy production is systemically racist and was pursuing “mass extinction.” Her opening statement was delivered with seething vitriolic hate. She was trembling, unhinged with Green New Deal madness. During his allotted five minutes, Congressman Higgins responded to the aggressive attacks on American oil and gas production and Louisiana energy jobs. He destroyed the insane positions of their star witness, and the Green New Deal insanity was clearly revealed. The modern world runs on oil and gas, and virtually everything everywhere contains petrochemical byproducts. When asked how she would account for this, Ms. Salter was unable to answer and instead deflected, resorted to the Democrat playbook, and retreated into her prepared notes. Congressman Higgins made her look inept, because that’s what happens when Democrats are faced with hard truth. “When radicals show up in front of my Committee with an attitude talking anti-American trash, they can expect to get handled. I really don’t care if I hurt anybody’s feelings while I’m fighting to preserve our Republic,” Congressman Higgins said after the hearing. “Leftist activists may run over other elected officials, but they’re not running over me.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/09/15/higgins-slams-democrat-attacks-oil-and-gas-industry/ Higgins Slams Democrat Attacks on the Oil and Gas Industry 2022-09-15 2022 2022-09 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) responded to Democrat attacks on the oil and gas industry during a House Oversight Committee hearing this week. Congressman Higgins slammed lawsuits aimed at blocking new energy infrastructure development and emphasized that oil and gas production in the United States is amongst the cleanest in the world. Key Excerpts from Congressman Higgins’ remarks: “Every energy project in Louisiana has got to set aside a large percentage of its projected budget to defend against lawsuits. Every pipeline, every LNG plant, every petrochemical expansion, every one of them.” … “For a small company to have to set aside $1 million, $2 million because of the toxic legal environment in Louisiana. Because Democrats and climate activists love to sue petrochemical projects and energy projects, including LNG plants which represent the hope of the entire world to reduce emissions. Nowhere is it done more clean than in the United States of America.” … “It’s where you get your energy from; it’s where you get your petrochemical products from. Everything you use, everything you’re wearing: your clothes, your shoes, your glasses, your phone, your iPad, the vehicle you got here in, the plane you flew here on. All of that requires petrochemical products and the energy that’s drawn out of Louisiana.” “So, yeah we have pipelines. That’s the safest means by which to transport energy product. It’s safer than rail; it’s safer than vehicle; it’s safer than by water.” … “The entire world has reduced emissions because of LNG projects out of Louisiana. But an energy company cannot come into Louisiana without getting sued by the Left.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z
https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases/scalise-statement-offshore-lease-sale-257 Scalise Statement on Offshore Lease Sale 257 2022-09-15 2022 2022-09 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement on the Gulf of Mexico Offshore Lease Sale 257: “After their radical energy policies have wreaked havoc on our country, the Biden Administration was forced into re-instating this latest offshore lease sale. Offshore energy provides nearly 20% of America’s domestically produced oil and natural gas, and in this time of Democrat-created record high inflation and energy prices, it’s insane this wasn’t done sooner. “Doubling down on radical Green New Deal policies and continuing to shut down American energy exploration and production is having a devastating impact on American families and small businesses, and in Louisiana, these policies have the added impact of depriving our state of critical coastal restoration funding. House Republicans are committed to stopping President Biden and Speaker Pelosi’s radical agenda and fighting for common-sense energy policies that will utilize our abundant resources to lower prices at the pump, protect our domestic energy production and national security, and create more jobs here at home.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/09/14/higgins-helps-pass-expediting-disaster-recovery-act/ Higgins Helps Pass Expediting Disaster Recovery Act 2022-09-14 2022 2022-09 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) voted to pass H.R. 5774, the Expediting Disaster Recovery Act, which authorizes FEMA to provide financial assistance for “unmet needs” as a result of a major disaster. The bill streamlines the delivery of disaster recovery dollars and provides FEMA with expanded flexibility to address unmet needs as a result of a disaster. This includes authorizing funding for: Disaster-related home repair and rebuilding assistance for families with permanent housing needs. Disaster-related unmet needs for families who cannot access sufficient assistance from other sources. Economic and business activities like planning for long-term recovery, infrastructure improvements, business financing, and other activities authorized under a comprehensive economic development strategy. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: “I appreciate Congressman Garret Graves for introducing this legislation, and I am proud to support its passage. This bill provides much-needed flexibility to expedite recovery dollars and enable FEMA to better support families after a disaster. The current method of delivering long-term recovery dollars through the CDBG program is deeply flawed, resulting in extensive delays. We must streamline this process with legislative reforms, and this bill makes major improvements that will help our communities recover more quickly after a disaster.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/09/13/higgins-announces-523m-youngsville-flood-control-project/ Higgins Announces $5.23M for Youngsville Flood Control Project 2022-09-13 2022 2022-09 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that FEMA will award the City of Youngsville $5,230,350 for the Bailey Grove Detention Pond project. The hazard mitigation grant will fund the design and construction of five detention ponds on two project sites that will reduce the watershed elevation for Bayou Parc Perdu. The project will help protect over 300 residential properties, a church, a school, and a fire station. FEMA has previously obligated $1,436,316 to the project, and the federal cost-share has been increased from 75% to 100%. This brings total funding for the Bailey Grove Detention Pond project to over $6.6 million. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: “This flood control investment is great news for Youngsville and Lafayette Parish. Mayor Ritter is doing heroic work on these flood mitigation projects, which will help protect homes and businesses in South Louisiana. My office will continue working with the City of Youngsville to help overcome bureaucratic obstacles at the federal and state levels. My office supports mitigation investments like this, and we’ll continue to advocate for South Louisiana’s water management needs.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/09/13/higgins-announces-additional-39m-hurricane-laura-recovery-efforts/ Higgins Announces Additional $3.9M for Hurricane Laura Recovery Efforts 2022-09-13 2022 2022-09 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that FEMA is awarding an additional $3,944,820.93 in Public Assistance reimbursements for hurricane recovery efforts in Southwest Louisiana. The funding is made available through the major disaster declaration for Hurricane Laura (DR-4559-LA), which Congressman Higgins supported. The reimbursements include: $1,029,759.50 to West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital for emergency protective measures in response to Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 403 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $1,784,434.28 to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for emergency protective measures in response to Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 100% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 403 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $1,130,627.15 to the Louisiana State Police for emergency protective measures in response to Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 100% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 403 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z
https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases/scalise-announces-2022-congressional-app-challenge Scalise Announces 2022 Congressional App Challenge 2022-09-09 2022 2022-09 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C.— House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) invites students from Louisiana's First Congressional District to participate in the 2022 Congressional App Challenge. The Congressional App Challenge is an annual competition that allows students to submit their applications to be judged by an expert panel. The challenge is open to middle school and high school students who are interested in developing skills in computer science and coding. Students may register today by visiting the Congressional App Challenge's online application portal here. “In an increasingly digital world, it’s great to see students taking an interest in the applied sciences and exploring new ways to allow technology to make our everyday lives easier. As a former computer programmer, I am always excited to see Louisiana students develop skills like coding and computer science at a young age. I look forward to reviewing the work of our talented students and wish them the best of luck!” said Whip Scalise. Important Dates: November 1 — Deadline for students to register and submit their app online. December 1 - December 31 — Winners announced! For more information, please visit the official 2022 Congressional App Challenge website or contact Congressman Scalise's Mandeville office at (985) 893-9064. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z
https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases/scalise-statement-passing-queen-elizabeth-ii Scalise Statement on Passing of Queen Elizabeth II 2022-09-08 2022 2022-09 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II: “I am saddened to learn of Queen Elizabeth II’s passing, and would like to extend my condolences to the Royal Family. “For more than 70 years, Queen Elizabeth II dutifully served her country and provided steady leadership during moments of both crisis and triumph. During her reign, the Queen shepherded her kingdom through economic turbulence, war, and personal loss. “When she turned 18, then-Princess Elizabeth heroically joined the Auxiliary Territorial Service, the women’s branch of the British Army during World War II, becoming the first female member of the Royal Family to serve in active duty. At 25 years old, she assumed the throne following the death of her father, King George VI. It was her steady stewardship, including meetings with 14 different U.S. presidents, that brought the United States and the United Kingdom closer together and strengthened our ‘special relationship’ that thrives to this day. “As we mourn Her Majesty, we remember and cherish the longest-living and longest-reigning British monarch in world history who always put the people of the United Kingdom first. Our prayers remain with her family and the British people.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z
https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases/scalise-statement-passing-former-new-orleans-mayor-moon-landrieu Scalise Statement on the Passing of Former New Orleans Mayor Moon Landrieu 2022-09-05 2022 2022-09 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C.— House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement upon the passing of former New Orleans Mayor Moon Landrieu: “I am saddened to hear of the passing of former New Orleans Mayor Moon Landrieu. Moon deeply loved New Orleans, and his long career in public service demonstrated his passion for the city and its people. My prayers are with his wife Verna and the entire Landrieu family during this difficult time.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z
https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases/letlow-urges-state-request-usda-assistance-northeast-louisiana Letlow Urges State to Request USDA Assistance for Northeast Louisiana 2022-09-02 2022 2022-09 Republican House LA Julia Letlow L000595 letlow.house.gov letlow https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper START, LA - Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) today sent a letter to Governor John Bel Edwards urging the state to formally request USDA assistance for farmers impacted by recent storms in Northeast Louisiana. With record rainfalls across the region last week, many soybeans, cotton, and corn growers suffered substantial damage to their crops going into their scheduled harvest. “As I’ve traveled across the Fifth District in the last week, I’ve heard from countless farmers who have seen significant losses to their crops,” Letlow said. “I firmly believe that the best solution is for the state to request assistance directly from the USDA. I look forward to working with Governor Edwards to ensure Northeast Louisiana’s hardworking farmers have all the resources and assistance they need to recover.” To read a copy of Letlow’s letter, click HERE. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/08/25/higgins-introduces-legislation-prioritize-army-corps-projects-following/ Higgins Introduces Legislation to Prioritize Army Corps Projects Following a Natural Disaster 2022-08-25 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) has introduced H.R. 8733, to help prioritize U.S. Army Corps of Engineers projects following a major disaster declaration. The bill would amend the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 and the definition of an “economically disadvantaged community” to include areas affected by a major declared disaster within the last five years. The text of the bill is available here. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: “The definition of an ‘economically disadvantaged community’ should absolutely include those areas recently hit by a major disaster. Our bill makes that inclusion and prioritizes funding for Army Corps projects within a disaster zone. Clearing and restoring our waterways is a necessity after a major storm. We saw that firsthand in Southwest Louisiana after Hurricanes Laura and Delta. Our legislation will streamline funding for water management projects and help our communities recover after a major disaster.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/08/24/higgins-reintroduces-legislation-combat-foreign-seafood-dumping/ Higgins Reintroduces Legislation to Combat Foreign Seafood Dumping 2022-08-24 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) has reintroduced H.R. 8732, the Imported Seafood Safety Standards Act of 2022, which protects American consumers and small businesses from foreign seafood dumping. The bill prohibits the import of foreign seafood that fails to meet U.S. standards for seafood manufacturing, processing, and holding. It also establishes a program for foreign seafood inspection and imposes real penalties for importers and countries that routinely violate U.S. laws. Historically, only a small percentage of seafood imports have been inspected as they enter the United States, and foreign bad actors often use illegal additives while relying on enslaved workers to harvest seafood. These bad actors are notorious for falsely labeling imports to avoid detection by the FDA. This irresponsible and illegal dumping of seafood imports hurts American consumers and the Gulf seafood industry. The full bill text is available here. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: “Congress must act against illegal seafood dumping. Foreign seafood imports should be held to American standards. The seafood industry is a critical part of Louisiana’s culture and economy. This legislation combats illegal foreign seafood dumping and protects American producers.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/08/22/higgins-hosting-town-hall-meeting-new-iberia/ Higgins Hosting Town Hall Meeting in New Iberia 2022-08-22 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper NEW IBERIA, LA – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) will host a town hall meeting in New Iberia on Thursday, August 25 to discuss issues facing South Louisiana. He will answer questions and provide an update on his work in Congress. The event is open to the public. Who: Congressman Clay Higgins What: Town Hall Meeting When: Thursday, August 25 at 6:00 PM CST 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases/scalise-statement-fauci-retirement Scalise Statement on Fauci Retirement 2022-08-22 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Republican Whip and Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis Ranking Member Steve Scalise (R-La.) issued the following statement after Dr. Anthony Fauci's announcement that he will be retiring at the end of the year: "For over two years, Congressional Democrats have refused to hold a single hearing on the origins of COVID, or our government's possible financial involvement in gain-of-function research. That will change when House Republicans take the majority next year. It's good to know that with his retirement, Dr. Fauci will have ample time to appear before Congress and share under oath what he knew about the Wuhan lab, as well as the ever-changing guidance under his watch that resulted in wrongful mandates being imposed on Americans." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases/scalise-calls-out-doj-concealing-details-unprecedented-mar-lago-raid-public Scalise Calls Out DOJ for Concealing Details of Unprecedented Mar-a-Lago Raid from Public 2022-08-19 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Fox Business Network's Mornings with Maria to discuss the FBI's unprecedented raid on Mar-a-Lago. Whip Scalise slammed the Department of Justice for fighting to conceal what led to the raid of President Trump's home and criticized Democrats for persecuting President Trump since the day he announced that he was running for president. In addition, Whip Scalise highlighted the dangerous and expensive provisions in Democrats' radical tax-and-spending spree, like adding 87,000 IRS agents to snoop on law-abiding citizens' bank accounts of families making less than $400,000, which breaks President Biden's promise that he made during the 2020 campaign. Image Click here or on the image above to watch the interview. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/08/18/higgins-announces-additional-34m-hurricane-laura-recovery-efforts/ Higgins Announces Additional $3.4M For Hurricane Laura Recovery Efforts 2022-08-18 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper LAKE CHARLES, LA – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that FEMA is awarding an additional $3,457,782.32 in Public Assistance reimbursements for hurricane recovery efforts in Southwest Louisiana. The funding is made available through the major disaster declaration for Hurricane Laura (DR-4559-LA), which Congressman Higgins supported. The reimbursements include: $2,258,321.72 to the Calcasieu Parish School Board for repairs at Iowa High School as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $1,199,460.60 to the Calcasieu Parish School Board for repairs at LaGrange High School as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. Much of our official Congressional work to advance recovery projects occurs behind the scenes. Funding finalization and the associated formal announcement of funding are the result of constant efforts over many months with FEMA and state and local stakeholders. All funding will be delivered to the State of Louisiana. The state is responsible for disbursing the funds to each sub-recipient. A more extensive timeline of Congressman Higgins’ actions on hurricane recovery is available here. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: “To date, we have delivered over $3.5 billion in disaster relief for Hurricanes Laura and Delta. My office continues to work closely with FEMA and our state and local partners to facilitate the processing and distribution of recovery funding. These reimbursements will provide the Calcasieu Parish School Board with much-needed support in their recovery processes. We will not stop working for Southwest Louisiana.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/08/17/higgins-house-freedom-caucus-call-republicans-reject-democrats-lame-duck/ Higgins, House Freedom Caucus Call on Republicans to Reject Democrats’ Lame Duck Spending Package 2022-08-17 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) and the House Freedom Caucus delivered a letter to House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) and Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) urging them to reject any Democrat-led lame-duck spending bills in order to reduce overall spending and restore sound policies. “In January 2023, Republicans will retake majority control of Congress. We must immediately begin the work of restoring America,” said Congressman Higgins. “Democrats have, under one-party rule, forced extensive injury upon America. With a new majority, Republicans must take decisive action in the appropriations process to defund and remove Democrats’ unrestrained tax and spending policies.” In the letter, the House Freedom Caucus outlines three asks for Republican Leadership ahead of the September 30 spending deadline: Reject a lame duck omnibus and instead pass a CR that freezes spending through year’s end. This would allow a new Congress to, Reduce FY 2023 appropriations levels to the spending topline reflected in the Republican-led FY 2019 appropriations package (while adopting Republican riders, rejecting Democrat riders, and repealing the “Inflation Reduction Act”), and Restore federal sanity by securing language in appropriations bills that would unleash American energy production, secure the border, and end COVID-19 vaccine mandates. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/08/17/higgins-urges-usda-address-rising-fertilizer-costs-farmers/ Higgins Urges USDA to Address Rising Fertilizer Costs for Farmers 2022-08-17 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper LAFAYETTE, LA – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) delivered a letter to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack urging him to address rising fertilizer costs, which are hurting Louisiana farmers. “Significant increases in the cost of fertilizer this past year have caused financial crisis on family farms. Farmers in some areas are suffering from prices more than 300% higher than last winter,” wrote Congressman Higgins. “Existing USDA funding should be made available to currently operating fertilizer manufacturing facilities to enhance production of fertilizer products and address supply chain issues.” “My office also stands in full support of the On-Farm Storage Loss Program (OFSLP). This program provides payments for uncompensated losses of harvested commodities, including grains, oilseeds, and hay stored in on-farm structures due to natural disasters. Louisiana farmers are being forced into bankruptcy by inflation. The American government must stand with farm families during this time of unprecedented supply chain disruptions and severe inflation brought about by government policies. What’s right is right. I will not sit idly by as our farmers are crushed by inflation,” concluded Congressman Higgins. The full text of the letter is available here. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/08/16/higgins-calls-pelosi-schedule-vote-social-security-fairness-act/ Higgins Calls on Pelosi to Schedule Vote on Social Security Fairness Act 2022-08-16 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) is calling on Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) to schedule H.R. 82, the Social Security Fairness Act, for a vote on the House floor. The bill, which would repeal the Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP), exceeded 290 co-sponsors in July and was moved to the consensus calendar. However, the bill has not been formally scheduled for a vote and could be delayed until the end of November. “We are respectfully asking Speaker Pelosi to bring the Social Security Fairness Act for a vote on the House floor. If you pay into Social Security, you should be able to collect your fair share when the time comes,” said Congressman Higgins. “Too many seniors are unfairly penalized by the GPO and WEP, and this injustice must be corrected. I am a co-sponsor of the bill, and we strongly support its passage.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/08/16/higgins-commends-cargills-34m-investment-st-martin-parish/ Higgins Commends Cargill’s $34M Investment in St. Martin Parish 2022-08-16 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper BREAUX BRIDGE, LA – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) commended Cargill’s announcement of plans to invest $34 million to upgrade its St. Martin Parish facility. The modernization project will replace dated equipment and help retain 70 jobs at the facility. Read more about the announcement here. Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: “Cargill’s capital investment in St. Martin Parish is welcome news. These upgrades will help retain jobs and improve the operational efficiency of the facility. My office supports private investment projects like this one, and we will continue to support economic revitalization efforts in South Louisiana.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/08/16/higgins-hosting-town-hall-meeting-sulphur/ Higgins Hosting Town Hall Meeting in Sulphur 2022-08-16 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper SULPHUR, LA – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) will host a town hall meeting in Sulphur on Thursday, August 18 to discuss issues facing Southwest Louisiana. He will answer questions and provide an update on his work in Congress. The event is open to the public. Who: Congressman Clay Higgins What: Town Hall Meeting When: Thursday, August 18 at 6:00 PM CST 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases/fifth-district-secures-more-24-million-rural-healthcare The Fifth District Secures More Than $2.4 Million for Rural Healthcare 2022-08-15 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Julia Letlow L000595 letlow.house.gov letlow https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper START, LA - Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will invest more than $2.4 million in improving healthcare across Louisiana’s Fifth District. The funding is targeted to rural communities and will be dispersed through the USDA’s Rural Development Community Facilities Emergency Rural Health Care program. “As we’ve seen over the past two years, healthcare is a critical need in our rural communities,” Letlow said. “We’re incredibly proud of these substantial grants awarded in our region and look forward to continue working on the Appropriations Committee to bring home even more investments in the future.” The projects include – • $1 million for Richardson Medical Center in Rayville • $1 million for Mercy Medical Health Center in Hodge • $307,814 for the East Carroll Parish Hospital in Lake Providence • $162,650 for LaSalle General Hospital in Jena 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases/scalise-and-ellzey-remembering-biden-s-afghanistan-failure-one-year-later Scalise and Ellzey: Remembering Biden’s Afghanistan Failure One Year Later 2022-08-15 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, on the one-year anniversary of the Taliban seizing Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) and Congressman Jake Ellzey (R-Texas) co-authored an op-ed for FoxNews.com criticizing President Biden for withdrawing U.S. troops without an adequate plan in place to prevent the Taliban from taking over the country. Additionally, Whip Scalise and Congressman Ellzey slammed the Biden Administration for failing to rescue every American, letting Afghanistan become a safe haven for terrorist organizations, and letting the Taliban capture billions of dollars of military equipment. Remembering Biden's Afghanistan failure one year later 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases/scalise-demands-answers-biden-slams-unprecedented-raid-mar-lago Scalise Demands Answers From Biden, Slams Unprecedented Raid on Mar-a-Lago 2022-08-13 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) gave a speech on the House Floor slamming President Biden, Speaker Pelosi, and Congressional Democrats' big government, socialist spending spree. Whip Scalise criticized Democrats for raising taxes on struggling American families, workers, and small businesses to pay for their far-left, radical agenda. In addition, Whip Scalise blasted President Biden and Speaker Pelosi for seeking to hire 87,000 IRS agents to audit low and middle-income families, and for instituting energy taxes that would raise gasoline prices and household utility costs at a time when inflation is skyrocketing. Click here or on the image above to view Whip Scalise's remarks. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/08/12/higgins-amendment-remove-irs-army-rejected-democrats/ Higgins’ Amendment to Remove IRS Army Rejected by Democrats 2022-08-12 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) issued the following statement after voting against H.R. 5376, the so-called “Inflation Reduction Act.” Earlier this week, Congressman Higgins introduced an amendment to the bill that would have stripped funding for the IRS to add 87,000 enforcement agents. Democrats unilaterally rejected the amendment. See the amendment here. “Despite unified Republican opposition, Democrats just pushed through a massive tax increase on the American people. They voted to weaponize the IRS against working Americans. This is a horrible bill that will worsen inflation and injure American families. Democrats own this failure, and they will answer for it in November.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases/statement-letlow-votes-against-majoritys-reconciliation-bill STATEMENT: Letlow Votes Against the Majority’s Reconciliation Bill 2022-08-12 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Julia Letlow L000595 letlow.house.gov letlow https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC - Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) today released the following statement on her vote against the Senate Amendment to H.R. 5376 – the Reconciliation Bill. “The legislation will only worsen the economic pain of this recession. Americans are stretching their budgets to accommodate the rising prices everywhere from the gas station to the grocery store, and now they will have to do it with less money in their pockets. The last thing our hardworking families and small business owners need is to send more dollars to Washington while a weaponized IRS preys on them. I look forward to working with my Republican colleagues in the new Congress on legislation that will bring real economic relief.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases/scalise-torches-dems-inflation-recession-and-irs-army-act-house-floor Scalise Torches Dems’ Inflation, Recession, and IRS Army Act on the House Floor 2022-08-12 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) gave a speech on the House Floor slamming President Biden, Speaker Pelosi, and Congressional Democrats' big government, socialist spending spree. Whip Scalise criticized Democrats for raising taxes on struggling American families, workers, and small businesses to pay for their far-left, radical agenda. In addition, Whip Scalise blasted President Biden and Speaker Pelosi for seeking to hire 87,000 IRS agents to audit low and middle-income families, and for instituting energy taxes that would raise gasoline prices and household utility costs at a time when inflation is skyrocketing. Click here or on the image above to view Whip Scalise's remarks. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/08/11/higgins-oversight-republicans-demand-answers-fbi-and-naras-investigation-trump/ Higgins, Oversight Republicans Demand Answers on the FBI and NARA’s Investigation of Trump 2022-08-11 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) and every Republican member of the House Oversight & Reform Committee expressed serious concerns over the raid of President Trump’s residence and the Biden administration’s ongoing efforts to weaponize the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to target political rivals. In a letter to the Acting Archivist of the United States, Debra Wall, the Republican lawmakers are seeking to understand the National Archives and Records Administration’s (NARA) role, if any, in the FBI raid, and are requesting an immediate briefing and preservation of all documents and communications referring or relating to the warrant executed by the FBI on August 8, 2022, at Mar-a-Lago. “On August 8, 2022, several dozen Federal Bureau of Investigation agents descended upon Mar-a-Lago—the private residence of former President Donald J. Trump. According to media reports, the FBI executed a search warrant to retrieve ‘documents sought by the National Archives [and Records Administration].’ Law enforcement raiding a former president’s residence is unprecedented. Committee Republicans are concerned that NARA would utilize the FBI to gather documents that the president, by the very nature of his constitutional role, could declassify himself, if this was indeed the case as media has reported. The Biden Administration is continuing to weaponize the FBI against political rivals. The FBI and NARA’s actions—apparently to enforce the Presidential Records Act—are so contrary to the customary treatment of former administrations that it begs scrutiny into whether a political motivation underlay the raid,” wrote the Republican lawmakers. “NARA’s singling out of President Trump’s handling of official records stands starkly in contrast to the way NARA has treated far clearer violations committed by politicians and officials who are not Republicans,” continued the Republican lawmakers. “Committee Republicans are content to leave Secretary Clinton to her retirement, yet the FBI and NARA’s behavior towards Pr… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/08/08/higgins-hosting-veterans-outreach-clinic-abbeville/ Higgins Hosting Veterans Outreach Clinic in Abbeville 2022-08-08 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper ABBEVILLE, LA – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) will host a Veterans Outreach Clinic on Wednesday, August 10 in Abbeville. Veterans will be encouraged to ask questions and seek assistance regarding a variety of benefits and VA issues. Representatives will be present to help Veterans: sign up for medical benefits. file or check the status of a disability claim. apply for residence in a State-run Veterans home. register for job search services. learn about other available benefits. The Veterans Outreach Clinic initiative was launched in 2019 to bring Veterans services into communities across South Louisiana. Through the initiative, Congressman Higgins’ office has helped hundreds of Veterans navigate bureaucratic roadblocks and access their benefits. The event details are below, and Veterans can RSVP or submit questions here. Who: Congressman Clay Higgins, Louisiana Attorney General’s Office, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Veterans Health Administration (VHA) representatives, Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs (LDVA) What: Veterans Outreach Clinic When: Wednesday, August 10 from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM CST 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/08/08/higgins-house-freedom-caucus-oppose-democrats-insane-tax-increase-bill/ Higgins, House Freedom Caucus Oppose Democrats’ Insane Tax Increase Bill 2022-08-08 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper LAFAYETTE, LA – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) and the House Freedom Caucus announced their official positions opposing H.R. 5376, the so-called “Inflation Reduction Act.” Congressman Higgins issued the following statement: “The leftists are selling pure lies. We are in the midst of the worst inflation crisis in over 40 years, and Democrats intend to make things much, much worse. Another $800 billion in deficit spending, a massive tax increase, and oppressive new government restrictions on our freedoms. Their bill raises taxes on American families, increases inflation, and wastes hundreds of billions of dollars on Green New Deal subsidies. Worse yet, they are weaponizing the IRS and hiring 87,000 new IRS ENFORCEMENT AGENTS to target working Americans with aggressive, targeted audits. I am 100% opposed to this monstrosity of a bill, and I will return to DC this week to try to stop it. We will use every mechanism at our disposal to reveal the truth about this bill. I’m clarifying now to my constituents that I will cast my vote in opposition.” The House Freedom Caucus issued the following statement: “The House Freedom Caucus opposes the so-called ‘Inflation Reduction Act’ and urges all Republicans to vote against it. Furthermore, if enacted, the Members of the House Freedom Caucus commit to fully repealing the many radical and toxic provisions of this massive 725-page partisan package, which contains more than $700 billion in tax increases and over $400 billion in radical spending priorities. “The fact is that Democrats’ latest spending bonanza has far more to do with enacting their socialist ‘Green New Deal’ agenda than truly helping Americans suffering from staggering 9.1% inflation. A host of non-partisan experts all agree that this legislation will not decrease inflation, and many forecast that it will have the opposite impact. Worse still, not only does this bill direct $369 billion in handouts to climate change special interests, but it does so on the backs of the American taxpayer. To finance their soci… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/08/05/higgins-announces-additional-113m-hurricane-laura-recovery/ Higgins Announces Additional $11.3M for Hurricane Laura Recovery 2022-08-05 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper LAFAYETTE, LA – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that FEMA is awarding an additional $11,344,560.38 in Public Assistance reimbursements for hurricane recovery efforts in Southwest Louisiana. The reimbursements include: $2,766,901.89 to the City of Sulphur for emergency protective measures in response to Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 100% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 403 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $1,093,213.62 to the Calcasieu Parish School Board for repairs at Sulphur High School as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $1,921,822.62 to the Calcasieu Parish School Board for repairs at LeBlanc Middle School as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $1,438,724.15 to the Calcasieu Parish School Board for repairs at Sam Houston High School as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $4,123,898.10 to the Calcasieu Parish School Board for repairs at the Curriculum & Instruction Tech Center as a result of Hurricane Laura. The reimbursement is made at a 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases/scalise-statement-passing-congresswoman-jackie-walorski Scalise Statement on Passing of Congresswoman Jackie Walorski 2022-08-03 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement on the passing of Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (R-Ind.): "I am devastated and saddened to learn about the tragic passing of my dear friend Jackie Walorksi and two of her staffers. "Jackie was an instrumental member of our conference, serving as a member of my deputy whip team for several years. She was a champion for the people of Indiana, and she will be remembered for her kindness, tenacity, and commitment to helping others. "Jackie and her staffers died serving her constituents. They will be missed, and our nation will miss their service. My prayers are with Jackie's loving husband Dean, her entire family, and the families of both of her staffers." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/08/01/higgins-speak-lng-industry-texas-energy-forum/ Higgins to Speak on LNG Industry at Texas Energy Forum 2022-08-01 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) will address the Texas Energy Forum in Houston, TX on August 3, 2022. Congressman Higgins will discuss the role of America’s LNG industry in the energy security of the United States and our allies. “Louisiana and Texas share an amazing heritage and our common goals include economic prosperity built on the cornerstone of abundant, affordable energy resources. I look forward to addressing the 3rd Annual Texas Energy Forum this week. The LNG industry is critical to our national security and energy independence,” said Congressman Higgins. “Southwest Louisiana is the epicenter of America’s LNG industry. Export facilities in Calcasieu and Cameron parishes are major job providers and help supply clean energy product on a global scale. I will continue working at the federal level to enact policies that increase domestic production and lower costs for American families.” The annual forum brings together government leaders, senior energy executives, and industry experts for discussions on future technologies, initiatives, and U.S. energy policies. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases/heat-report-37 The HEAT Report 2022-08-01 2022 2022-08 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper The HEAT Report is a weekly newsletter focusing on how members of the House Energy Action Team (HEAT) promote American energy security, and an all-of-the-above energy economy. The Latest: In the last week, President Biden has spent more time trying to redefine what a recession is rather than working to lay out a plan to get our nation out of a recession. We've seen the indicators for months now. Families are paying more for goods everywhere they go. You would think President Biden would be spending all of his time trying to figure out a plan to fix this crisis – but in fact, we're seeing the opposite. We're seeing denial. President Biden even tried to get Congressional Democrats to brag that gas prices are low. Everybody knows how high gas prices are and that they've nearly doubled since President Biden took office and started an assault on American energy. The truth is — President Biden can't redefine his way out of a recession. He must reverse his failed policies that are hurting American families who are struggling to afford to fill up their gas tanks and feed their families. Republicans have a plan for how to get inflation under control, lower gas prices, and secure American energy independence. It's past time that President Biden and Speaker Pelosi get serious about solving their multiple self-created crises and work with Republicans to reduce the pain being inflicted upon hardworking families. This Week's HEAT Member Highlights: At House Republican Leadership's weekly press conference, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) slammed President Biden for attempting to redefine what a recession is rather than working to reduce inflation and ease the economic burden on American families. In a speech on the House Floor, HEAT Co-Chair Rep. Jeff Duncan (R-S.C.) highlightedan amendment he cosponsored to prohibit the United States from sending oil from our Strategic Petroleum Reserve to China. Rep. Duncan also co-authored an op-ed with Representative Byron Donalds (R-Fla.) for The Hill on how Republican… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/07/29/higgins-votes-against-democrat-gun-grab/ Higgins Votes Against Democrat Gun Grab 2022-07-29 2022 2022-07 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) issued the following statement after voting against H.R. 1808, Democrats’ bill to ban “assault weapons.” “Elitist, Democrat politicians are plotting to seize legally-purchased guns from law-abiding American citizens. This is yet another unconstitutional assault on the Second Amendment. I strongly opposed the Democrat bill, and I will continue to stand in defense of the Second Amendment. We’ll kill this bill in the Senate, and should we fail, a strong Article III challenge will quickly follow. I will not comply with unconstitutional oppression.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:49:02Z
https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases/scalise-celebrates-republican-victory-congressional-baseball-game Scalise Celebrates Republican Victory at the Congressional Baseball Game 2022-07-29 2022 2022-07 Republican House LA Steve Scalise S001176 scalise.house.gov scalise https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Fox News Channel's America's Newsroom to discuss Republicans' 10-0 victory over the Democrats at last night's Congressional Baseball Game. Whip Scalise highlighted how the Congressional Baseball Game raised $1.7 million for local charities and condemned far-left climate extremists for attempting to shut down the game. Click here or on the image above to watch the interview. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:49:02Z
https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2022/07/28/higgins-urges-support-driftwood-lng-permit/ Higgins Urges Support for Driftwood LNG Permit 2022-07-28 2022 2022-07 Republican House LA Clay Higgins H001077 clayhiggins.house.gov clayhiggins https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) delivered a letter this week to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), urging support for Driftwood LNG in the wake of a challenge to the project’s permit. “Sir, I ask you to join me in focused consideration and full support of the Driftwood LNG project in Louisiana. With recent reports indicating a court challenge, FERC is the lead federal oversight body responsible for ensuring the development of safe, reliable, secure, and efficient natural gas infrastructure,” wrote Congressman Higgins. “The project would produce as much as 27.6 million tonnes/year of LNG for export and support 7,000 jobs,” continued Congressman Higgins. “The project was subject to vigorous regulatory review from FERC, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Department of Transportation, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Additionally, FERC and Driftwood have held public meetings and debates on the impact of the project and extensive mitigation measures outlined in the project that ensure the protection of Louisiana wetlands. Furthermore, this project has been supported by state and local regulators as well.” “As our nation has seen over the last year, high energy prices are crushing American families and are empowering foreign adversaries,” concluded Congressman Higgins. “We must move forward with American energy projects, and, for the sake of Louisiana, America and indeed the entire world, I implore you and your fellow Commissioners to fully support the Driftwood LNG project.” The full text of the letter is available here. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T02:49:02Z

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