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Recent Press Releases
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22 May 13
Landrieu: I Stand with Louisiana’s Sugarcane Growers
U.S. Senator Mary L. Landrieu, D-La., led the successful effort against the Toomey-Shaheen amendment to the Farm Bill that would have devastated Louisiana's sugarcane growers and the domestic sugar industry. With the defeat of the amendment, the Senate Farm Bill will now continue the strong, no-cost U.S. sugar policy that supports 142,000 jobs and nearly $20 billion in economic activity a year across the nation. Sen. Landrieu took to the floor before and after the vote in support of this important policy.
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22 May 13
Landrieu Joins Colleagues to Introduce Bipartisan Reform of U.S. Chemical Laws
"We need to find a balance between protecting public health and supporting our manufacturers - this bill strikes that needed balance," Sen. Landrieu said.
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21 May 13
Sen. Landrieu Introduces Flood Insurance Reform Legislation to Fix Biggert-Waters
"Flood insurance must be affordable, accessible and self-sustainable. Biggert-Waters only addressed self-sustainability at the cost of homeowners in Louisiana and across the country living around water. The SMART NFIP Act is a better way to achieve all three of these goals and will allow families and businesses to continue working and living securely around water," Sen. Landrieu said.
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Recent News
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22 May 13
The Times-Picayune: Mary Landrieu offers bill to delay increases in flood insurance premiums
As promised, Sen. Mary Landrieu, D-La., introduced legislation Tuesday that would delay flood insurance premium increases authorized in 2012 legislation. The increases would be blocked until six months after the Federal Emergency Management Agency conducts an affordability study on the higher premiums. The study is mandated under the 2012 legislation.
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20 May 13
The Times-Picayune: Fight continues on multiple fronts to block large flood insurance hikes
Sen. Mary Landrieu, D-La., said Friday that she will introduce legislation soon to delay implementation of a 2012 flood insurance law that is leading to sharply higher premiums for policyholders. The new legislative effort comes one week after Sen. Pat Toomey, R-Pa., blocked her proposal to add the legislation to a water resources bill, which passed the Senate on Wednesday.
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20 May 13
Times-Picayune: On the Hill: Two gunned down deputies remembered in D.C.
"Every day, our law enforcement officers bravely work for our safety and protection," said Sen. Mary Landrieu, D-La., who sponsored a Senate resolution recognizing the sacrifices of law enforcement offices. "This week, we honor the service of these courageous men and women, especially those who gave their all in Louisiana and across the country."
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Recent Videos
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22 May 13
Sen. Landrieu Stands with Louisiana's Sugarcane Growers
U.S. Senator Mary L. Landrieu, D-La., led the successful effort against the Toomey-Shaheen amendment to the Farm Bill that would have devastated Louisiana's sugarcane growers and the domestic sugar industry. With the defeat of the amendment, the Senate Farm Bill will now continue the strong, no-cost U.S. sugar policy that supports 142,000 jobs and nearly $20 billion in economic activity a year across the nation. Sen. Landrieu took to the floor before and after the vote in support of this important policy.
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22 May 13
WDSU: Landrieu Introduces Flood Insurance Reform Legislation to Keep Insurance Rates Affordable
U.S. Senator Mary L. Landrieu, D-La., introduced the Strengthen, Modernize and Reform The National Flood Insurance Program (SMART NFIP) Act that will correct major flaws in the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2012. The SMART NFIP Act will delay premium increases, repeal provisions preventing new owners of sold homes to continue subsidized rates, and allow the rebuilding of key community facilities destroyed in a disaster that lie in velocity zones (v-zones).
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15 May 13
Sen. Landrieu Pushes for Permanent Ban on Horse Slaughter at Horses on the Hill Press Conference
U.S. Senator Mary L. Landrieu, D-La., sponsor of the Safeguard American Food Exports (SAFE) Act, joined a press conference to kick off "Horses on the Hill." The Safeguard American Food Exports (SAFE) Act will prohibit horse slaughter operations in the U.S. and end the current export and slaughter of more than 150,000 American horses abroad each year and prevent the public from consuming toxic horsemeat.
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Recent Podcasts
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26 Apr 13
KSLY: Sen. Landrieu discusses Fort Polk and Medicaid expansion with Bob and Dave
Joining Bob and Dave on KSYL, Sen. Landrieu discusses her work to keep Fort Polk intact and her call for the Louisiana governor and legislature to expand Medicaid for 400,000 Louisianians, many of whom are working individuals.
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25 Mar 13
In Baton Rouge, Sen. Landrieu and Google partner to get small businesses online
Sen. Landrieu calls into WJBO to talk about her partnership with Google to get small businesses online and grow their bottom lines.
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21 Mar 13
Sen. Landrieu joins Garland Robinette to discuss FAIR Act, flood insurance
Sen. Landrieu talks to Garland Robinette about her new FAIR Act to achieve justice for coastal states. She also discussed her efforts to fix flood insurance.
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Members of the press corps
If you are a member of the media, you can reach Sen. Landrieu's press team at (202) 224-4893. The best way to submit a press request and reach a member of the press team is by e-mailing media@landrieu.senate.gov.
