Kennedy announces $6.8 million in aid for Hurricanes Laura and Ida

WASHINGTON - Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $6,763,833 in federal funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to support recovery efforts in Louisiana communities impacted by Hurricanes Laura and Ida.

"Hurricanes Laura and Ida hit Louisiana hard, but our people never quit. They've shown real strength and grit, and this $6.8 million in funding will help Louisiana repair damaged facilities, strengthen emergency protections and ensure our communities are better prepared for future storms," said Kennedy.

The FEMA aid will fund the following:

• $5,711,994 to the Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness for emergency protective measures as a result of Hurricane Laura.
  
  
• $1,051,839 to the Office of Risk Management for permanent repairs as a result of Hurricane Ida.