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Ranking Member Cassidy Slams Biden’s Backup Student Loan Scheme Shifting Debt onto Taxpayers

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 16, 2024

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, criticized President Biden’s latest student loan scheme that further shifts college debt onto taxpayers. Dr. Cassidy expressed his concerns about the administration's plan to transfer student debt onto taxpayers, especially for those with accrued interest and those who have not repaid their loans within 20 years.Regarding the administration's actions, Dr. Cassidy stated, “The Supreme Court already ruled the Biden administration...

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Jefferson Parish in week ending Apr. 13

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 15, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Jefferson Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Ranking Members Cassidy, Boozman Seek Information from Biden Admin on Development of Federal Nutritional Guidance

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 15, 2024

WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, and John Boozman (R-AR), ranking member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, have requested information from the Biden administration regarding the development of federal nutritional guidelines for Americans.The senators expressed concerns about the lack of transparency in the development of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans by the Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Agriculture (USDA). They highlighted previous...

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Ranking Member Cassidy Condemns Biden Administration’s Continued Disregard of Congressional Intent in Published PWFA Regulation

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 15, 2024

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, criticized the Biden administration for injecting abortion politics into the final enforcement regulations of the bipartisan Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA).In response to the administration's actions, Dr. Cassidy reiterated his concerns, stating, "The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act aims to assist pregnant mothers who remain in the workforce by choice or necessity as they bring their child to term and recover after...

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Jefferson Parish in week ending Apr. 13?

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 14, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Jefferson Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

Which former Westbank Louisiana News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15?

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 14, 2024

This former Westbank Louisiana News area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15.

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Westbank Louisiana News area weekly mass times

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 13, 2024

The following parishes in the Westbank Louisiana News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Plaquemines Parish in week ending Apr. 6?

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 12, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Plaquemines Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Ranking Member Cassidy Applauds Senate Vote to Overturn Biden Rule Threatening American Franchise Model, Local Businesses

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 10, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, expressed his satisfaction following the Senate vote to overturn the National Labor Relations Board’s joint employer rule. Cassidy, along with U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY), introduced the Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution aiming to preserve the franchise business model. The bipartisan vote of 50 to 48 in favor of the resolution sends it to the President's desk for approval.In a statement,...

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Local Address Revealed for Reverend Richard Wilson Drive in Kenner, La.

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 10, 2024

Reverend Richard Wilson Drive in Kenner, Louisiana, has had its local address disclosed as 1610 Reverend Richard Wilson Drive. The contact number associated with the address is 504-468-7240.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Jefferson Parish in week ending Apr. 6?

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 9, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Jefferson Parish was found at two gas stations in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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How many multiracial students were enrolled in Plaquemines Parish schools in 2022-23 school year?

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 9, 2024

Plaquemines Parish schools reported 319 multiracial students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year.

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Senator Cassidy Questions Federal Funding for Child Literacy Improvement

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 9, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), the ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, is raising concerns about the allocation of federal funds aimed at enhancing child literacy. In a recent letter to the Department of Education (DeptEd), Senator Cassidy emphasized the importance of ensuring that funds are being utilized effectively to improve literacy outcomes for students.Senator Cassidy highlighted the need for DeptEd to prioritize grants for programs that demonstrate a significant impact on student outcomes. He expressed...

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There were 1,161 multiracial students enrolled in Jefferson Parish schools in 2022-23 school year

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 8, 2024

Jefferson Parish schools reported 1,161 multiracial students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year.

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Ranking Member Cassidy Secures $127 Million Repayment of Pension Bailout Funds Wrongfully Paid for Dead People, Calls for Further Accountability

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 8, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D., the ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, successfully ensured the return of $127 million in taxpayer funds that were wrongly paid to the Central States Pension Fund. This amount was part of the $90 billion pension bailout included in the American Rescue Plan Act.Cassidy expressed his satisfaction with the recovery of the funds, stating, “The previous refusal to return $127 million in wrongfully obtained funds was unacceptable. Glad to see Central States change course and rightfully return...

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Ranking Member Cassidy, Chair Rodgers on GAO Report Finding 60% Increase in Community Health Center Revenue Since 2017

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 8, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy and U.S. Representative Cathy McMorris Rodgers have responded to a recent Government Accountability Office (GAO) report that revealed a significant increase in total revenue for community health centers (CHC) since 2017.Senator Cassidy, the ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, highlighted the importance of understanding the financial state of CHCs to address their funding needs effectively. In response to the report, he stated, “This report showing CHC revenue has increased by over 60 percent since...

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Ranking Member Cassidy Blasts Biden’s Newest Student Loan Scheme

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 8, 2024

Washington – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has criticized President Biden's latest student loan scheme, as reported on April 8, 2024.Cassidy expressed his concerns stating, "These loan schemes do not forgive debt. They transfer the debt from those who willingly took it on to the 87 percent of Americans who decided to not go to college or already worked to pay off their loans." He further criticized the administration's handling of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid...

Which former Westbank Louisiana News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 8?

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 7, 2024

These former Westbank Louisiana News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 8.

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Westbank Louisiana News area weekly mass times

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 6, 2024

The following parishes in the Westbank Louisiana News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Plaquemines Parish in week ending Mar. 30

By Westbank Louisiana News | Apr 5, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Plaquemines Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.