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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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20 May 13
US & World News: The Tragedy of Children Left in Limbo
The problem has come to the attention of some in Congress and they are getting ready to propose a way to deal with it. Sens. Mary Landrieu, D-La., and Roy Blunt, R-Mo., and Rep. Trent Franks, R-Ariz., are preparing legislation, Children in Families First, to establish and fund an inter-governmental agency that is intended to get a handle on the problem. It will be modeled on what was done in the apparently successful effort under George W. Bush to finally get serious about combating international trafficking in women and children.
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16 May 13
Sen. Landrieu and Rep. Richmond Announce $210M in Tax Credit Awards for Community Development in La.
"These credits have a proven record of positively impacting low-income neighborhoods in Louisiana by bringing in much needed investment. They help create jobs and spur economic growth by empowering community development groups to support important local projects," Sen. Landrieu said.
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15 May 13
Sen. Landrieu Presses to End Horse Slaughter at 'Horses on the Hill' Event
"The American people are strongly opposed to slaughtering horses, and I am hopeful that we can end this inhumane and revolting practice. I urge my colleagues to join in the bipartisan support growing behind this important legislation."
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14 May 13
Pa. Senator Prevents Vote on Landrieu Amendment to Delay Flood Insurance Increases
This is a shame that we can't even get a vote to postpone these flood rate increases to try to see if we could make flood insurance more affordable. And our amendment doesn't cost anything," Sen. Landrieu said on the Senate floor.
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20 Sep 12
Consequences of Ryan budget for Louisiana
Rep. Paul Ryan's budget, which the House passed earlier this year, does not work for Louisiana. It is shortsighted and wrongheaded. Instead of investing in Louisiana's middle class families, it puts tax cuts for those making more than $1 million per year in income first.
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6 Sep 12
Sen. Landrieu's Hurricane Isaac recovery efforts
Before, during and after Hurricane Isaac, Sen. Landrieu has been working to ensure that local, state and federal agencies provide a coordinated, thorough response for Louisianians impacted by the storm.
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