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Senator Cassidy seeks information from UnitedHealth on Change Healthcare cyberattack

By Westbank Louisiana News | May 14, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has sought information from UnitedHealth Group (UHG) regarding its response to the February 21 cyberattack on its subsidiary Change Healthcare. The attack has caused significant disruption for patients and health care providers across the country.

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Senator Cassidy introduces bill for union transparency and worker protection

By Westbank Louisiana News | May 14, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has introduced legislation aimed at improving transparency in union elections. While Cassidy supports workers' rights to join a union, the bill specifically aims to prevent unions from misleading workers about the state of the union's pension benefits during recruitment efforts.

Which former Westbank Louisiana News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13?

By Westbank Louisiana News | May 12, 2024

These former Westbank Louisiana News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13.

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Westbank Louisiana News area weekly mass times

By Westbank Louisiana News | May 11, 2024

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

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1 gas station in cities throughout Plaquemines Parish had the cheapest regular gas in week ending May 4

By Westbank Louisiana News | May 10, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Plaquemines Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 4, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Senator Cassidy proposes measures to modernize National Institutes of Health

By Westbank Louisiana News | May 9, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has unveiled a white paper outlining proposals to modernize the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Last year, Cassidy sought feedback from stakeholders on potential policies Congress could consider to update NIH.

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City of Kenner" - Hurricane Preparedness and Procedures

By Westbank Louisiana News | May 8, 2024

The City of Kenner maintains comprehensive plans that complement and coordinate with Jefferson Parish’s procedures for emergency operations. It is important that citizens are aware of the proper steps to take during an emergency. On this page, you can view brochures for important information concerning the City of Kenner storm procedures. These documents are designed to be printed out on a single 8.5"x11" sheet of paper to produce a double-sided, tri-fold color brochure.1610 Reverend Richard Wilson Drive, Kenner, La. 70062 Phone: 504-468-7240

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Oscha Carter, former Thomas Jefferson High School for Advanced Studies softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Softball Championship

By Westbank Louisiana News | May 8, 2024

Her team enters the tournament as a number eight seed.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Plaquemines Parish in week ending May 4

By Westbank Louisiana News | May 7, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Plaquemines Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 4, according to GasBuddy.com.

Which former Westbank Louisiana News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 6?

By Westbank Louisiana News | May 5, 2024

These former Westbank Louisiana News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 6.

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Westbank Louisiana News area weekly mass times

By Westbank Louisiana News | May 4, 2024

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

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Ranking Member Cassidy Urges Coordination and Transparency from Biden Admin in Avian Flu Response

By Westbank Louisiana News | May 3, 2024

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has called on President Biden to promote coordination and transparency in the administration's response to the H5N1 influenza (Avian Flu) outbreak.In a letter addressed to President Biden, Dr. Cassidy emphasized the importance of clear communication and collaboration among relevant departments and agencies in addressing key questions related to the avian flu outbreak. He stated, "As president, it is your responsibility to ensure that...

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Ranking Member Cassidy Criticizes Biden's Veto of Bipartisan CRA Repealing Joint Employer Rule

By Westbank Louisiana News | May 3, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D., the ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, expressed his disappointment following President Biden’s decision to veto the bipartisan Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution aimed at repealing the National Labor Relations Board’s joint employer rule.In a statement, Dr. Cassidy highlighted the impact of Biden's veto on the American franchise model, stating, “Biden’s joint employer rule undermines the American franchise model that has empowered those underrepresented in the business community,...

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Ranking Member Cassidy Delivers Remarks During Hearing on Underrepresentation of Minority Doctors, Maternal Mortality

By Westbank Louisiana News | May 2, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), the ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, highlighted the underrepresentation of minority doctors and maternal mortality during a recent hearing in Washington, D.C.Cassidy addressed the shortage of physicians in the United States, emphasizing the impact on healthcare delivery in all communities. He raised concerns about the projected shortage of physicians in Louisiana by 2030, stressing the need for more doctors in underserved areas.During the hearing, Cassidy pointed out the...

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Ranking Member Cassidy, Blackburn Launch Inquiry into Department of Education’s Reported Lax Telework Policies

By Westbank Louisiana News | May 1, 2024

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), and Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) have initiated an inquiry into the Department of Education’s telework policies, expressing concerns about the impact of remote work on the agency's efficiency. The senators raised these concerns in a letter addressed to Secretary Cardona, highlighting the need for clarity on the current telework situation at the DeptEd.In their letter, the senators emphasized the potential negative consequences of the DeptEd's telework policies on fulfilling its obligations to students and families. They...

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Ranking Member Cassidy Delivers Speech Blasting Biden’s FAFSA Failures on National College Decision Day

By Westbank Louisiana News | May 1, 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 its handling of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) program on National College Decision Day.Dr. Cassidy expressed his frustration at the delays in implementing the FAFSA program, stating, "Some students will decide not to go to school because they don't know if they can afford it." He also criticized the administration's focus on student loan forgiveness, which he...