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The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Acadia Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

Senator Kennedy urges FDIC Chair Gruenberg to resign amid harassment allegations

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.), a member of the Senate Banking Committee, today challenged Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Chair Martin Gruenberg to apologize to his employees for the reported harassment and bullying they experienced under his leadership. Furthermore, Kennedy urged Gruenberg to step down, suggesting that a more competent leader could enhance the culture at the FDIC.

Senator Kennedy proposes bill to aid farmers facing crop loss

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, has introduced the Quality Loss Adjustment Improvement for Farmers Act. The proposed legislation aims to provide farmers with greater flexibility by enhancing the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)’s capacity to set discounts for farmers who suffer crop loss.

Senators introduce resolution to block Biden's ATF rule on firearm sales

Sens. John Kennedy (R-La.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) and 42 other Republican senators have introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution aimed at preventing the Biden administration’s Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) from enforcing a rule that would require anyone selling firearms to register as federal firearm licensees. This move is seen as an effort to protect Second Amendment rights.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Acadia Parish in week ending May 11?

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Acadia Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

Lafayette Consolidated Government initiates post-storm cleanup program

Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) has launched a comprehensive debris pickup program in the wake of a recent storm that affected Lafayette Parish. The initiative includes a thorough collection schedule and specific guidelines for residents to follow.

Sen. Kennedy urges Biden to aid Louisiana's fight against fentanyl

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) recently authored a column in LaPolitics’ Beltway Beat newsletter, calling on President Joe Biden to intensify efforts to help Louisiana combat the fentanyl crisis. In his piece, Kennedy also urged Congress to back his proposed Fairness in Fentanyl Sentencing Act, legislation aimed at reducing the quantity of fentanyl a dealer must possess before facing mandatory minimum sentences.

Kennedy announces $2.8 million in FEMA aid for hurricane-stricken parishes

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, has announced that $2,812,029 in Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grants will be allocated for Louisiana disaster aid. The funding comes in response to the severe damage caused by Hurricane Ida in southeast Louisiana.

Lafayette PARC opens summer camp tuition assistance applications

Lafayette Parks, Arts, Recreation & Culture (PARC) has announced the availability of applications for tuition assistance for its upcoming summer camp programs at Comeaux, Robicheaux and Martin Luther King Recreation Centers. The initiative is designed to help families ensure their children can participate in enriching summer activities, regardless of financial limitations.

Senate committee passes bill to end payments to deceased Americans

The Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (HSGAC) has unanimously passed the Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act, a bipartisan bill proposed by Sens. John Kennedy (R-La.) and Tom Carper (D-Del.). The legislation aims to put an end to incorrect payments made to deceased individuals, potentially saving taxpayers millions of dollars.

Bipartisan bill seeks to deny pensions to sex criminals

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.), a member of the Senate Banking and Judiciary Committees, has partnered with Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) to introduce the No Taxpayer-Funded Pensions for Sex Criminals Act. This legislation aims to amend existing law to prevent federal employees and contractors convicted of sexual crimes from receiving federal government pensions.

1 gas station in cities throughout Acadia Parish had the cheapest diesel in week ending May 11

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Acadia Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Lafayette Parish had the cheapest diesel in week ending May 11

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Lafayette Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

LCG collaborates with Acadiana VOAD following severe thunderstorms

In the wake of severe thunderstorms that swept through Louisiana, causing widespread damage throughout Acadiana, Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) is working in tandem with Acadiana's Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster (Acadiana VOAD) to assess the extent of the destruction.

Resolution introduced to name post office after Luke Letlow

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) has partnered with Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) to introduce the Senate companion to H.R. 7423, a resolution aiming to name the U.S. Postal Service facility at 103 Benedette Street in Rayville, Louisiana, as the "Luke Letlow Post Office Building."

Senators introduce bill to reverse Biden's pause on Israel arms transfer

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) and Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) have joined forces to introduce the Israel Security Assistance Support Act. This legislative proposal aims to condemn the Biden administration's decision to pause arms transfers to Israel and demand a reversal of this decision.

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