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Senator Cassidy criticizes withdrawal of Biden-Harris student loan plan

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, the ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee, has commented on the Department of Education's decision to withdraw its backup student loan plan.

By Westbank Louisiana News | Dec 20, 2024

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City announces holiday schedule for office closures and garbage collection

All city administrative offices will be closed for the upcoming Christmas and New Year's holidays.

By Westbank Louisiana News | Dec 17, 2024

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Senate passes bipartisan act addressing college campus hazing

By Westbank Louisiana News | Dec 12, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy's legislation aimed at addressing hazing on college campuses has moved forward to the President's desk after receiving unanimous approval from both chambers of Congress.

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Senate rejects Biden-Harris NLRB nominee; Cassidy praises decision

By Westbank Louisiana News | Dec 11, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, a Republican from Louisiana and ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, issued a statement following the U.S. Senate's decision against re-nominating Lauren McFerran as Chair...

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Senator Cassidy's FAFSA deadline bill becomes law amid criticism of past delays

By Westbank Louisiana News | Dec 11, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy has expressed his satisfaction following the enactment of his legislation mandating that the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) be made available on October 1 each year.

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Senate unanimously approves reauthorization of Older Americans Act

By Westbank Louisiana News | Dec 11, 2024

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy and Bernie Sanders have announced the Senate's unanimous approval of the reauthorization of the Older Americans Act (OAA).

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Senators seek answers on withheld NIH-funded research on puberty blockers

By Westbank Louisiana News | Dec 6, 2024

U.S. Senators, led by Bill Cassidy (R-LA), are questioning the National Institutes of Health (NIH) regarding an NIH-funded study on puberty blockers and gender transition hormones in transgender youth.

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Senator Cassidy discusses FDA regulations and obesity concerns at food hearing

By Westbank Louisiana News | Dec 5, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, addressed the issue of obesity during a recent hearing on the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) regulation of American food.

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Mayor Mike Glaser delivers State of the City address at annual luncheon

By Westbank Louisiana News | Dec 5, 2024

On November 19, 2024, the Kenner Business Association hosted its annual November luncheon.

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Kenner City Council announces December meeting schedule

By Westbank Louisiana News | Dec 1, 2024

This month's Kenner City Council meetings are scheduled for December 5 at 5:30 p.m. and December 20 at 11:00 a.m. The meetings will be held at Heritage Hall, located at 301 Williams Blvd.

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Biden-Harris admin reverses decision on Maximus contract; saves 650 jobs in Louisiana

By Westbank Louisiana News | Nov 26, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy announced that the Biden-Harris administration will continue its contract with Maximus, ensuring the preservation of a call center in Bogalusa, Louisiana, which employs 650 workers.

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Cassidy and Lankford challenge HHS over withheld healthcare funds linked to abortion

By Westbank Louisiana News | Nov 25, 2024

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy and James Lankford have submitted an amicus curiae brief to the U.S. Supreme Court in the case of Oklahoma v. Department of Health and Human Services.

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Bipartisan bill aims to boost healthcare cybersecurity

By Westbank Louisiana News | Nov 22, 2024

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, Mark Warner, John Cornyn, and Maggie Hassan have introduced legislation aimed at bolstering cybersecurity within the health care sector.

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Senate passes bill mandating October release for FAFSA form

By Westbank Louisiana News | Nov 21, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy has announced that the Senate has unanimously passed his legislation requiring the Department of Education to make the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form available each year on October 1.

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City offices announce closure for Thanksgiving holiday

By Westbank Louisiana News | Nov 21, 2024

City offices will be closed on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

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Trump nominates Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education

By Westbank Louisiana News | Nov 20, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, commented on President Trump's recent nomination of Linda McMahon for Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education.

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Senator Cassidy criticizes Biden-Harris administration over handling of migrant children's safety

By Westbank Louisiana News | Nov 19, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy has released a report criticizing the Biden-Harris administration for failing to protect migrant children from exploitation and obstructing investigations.

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iBarnes announces annual toy distribution event in December

By Westbank Louisiana News | Nov 18, 2024

The iBarnes organization is set to host its 18th Annual Toy Distribution event on Wednesday, December 18, at the Pontchartrain Center.

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Senators demand accountability from Bureau of Labor Statistics over inaccurate jobs data

By Westbank Louisiana News | Nov 15, 2024

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy and Susan Collins have expressed concerns regarding the Bureau of Labor Statistics' (BLS) ability to produce accurate national jobs data.

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Court overturns Biden-Harris overtime rule; Senator Cassidy supports decision

By Westbank Louisiana News | Nov 15, 2024

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, the ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has expressed approval following a federal court's decision to overturn the Biden-Harris overtime rule.