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Washington, DC Office
1117 Longworth House Office Bldg
Washington, DC 20515-1807
Phone: (202) 225-2031
Fax: (202) 225-5724
Lafayette Office
800 Lafayette Street, Suite 1400
Lafayette, LA 70501
Phone: (337) 235-6322
Fax: (337) 235-6072
Lake Charles Office
700 Ryan Street
Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 433-1747
Fax: (337) 433-0974
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| January 20, 2009 |  | | Boustany- “I look forward to working with the President when he acts in the interest of Southwest Louisiana” | | | | “Today is a historic day, and I congratulate President Obama and his family on his Inauguration,” Boustany said. “It is great to have so many people from our region in Washington, D.C. this week. I look forward to working with the President when he acts in the interest of Southwest Louisiana, and I will oppose him when he does not. The nation faces many difficult challenges – rising healthcare costs, a struggling economy, global terrorists bent on harming Americans – and we need bi-partisan solutions to meet them.” | |
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| January 13, 2009 | | | Boustany Urges States to Report S-CHIP Success Rates to Ensure Access for Neediest Children | | | | “I proudly support S-CHIP, so we must ensure our children are getting the quality healthcare they need,” Boustany said. “S-CHIP, or LaCHIP in Louisiana, offers important healthcare access for children whose parents are working but are unable to afford ever increasing health insurance costs. My amendment simply urges states to report on their success getting children on S-CHIP to see a doctor. Seeing a doctor and developing a doctor-patient relationship allows children to get better care at a cheaper cost rather than simply going to an emergency room.” | |
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| January 7, 2009 | | | Boustany Named to Prestigious Ways and Means Committee | | | | “The Ways and Means Committee will oversee many of the most pressing issues impacting Louisiana and our country as a new Administration begins,” Boustany said. “We must make America competitive again, which requires low tax burdens and solutions to rising healthcare costs. In addition, new markets must be sought for U.S. produced goods. Opportunities exist to help businesses and their employees prosper, and I look forward to helping America achieve its potential.” | |
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| January 6, 2009 | | | Boustany Sworn-in for Third Term, Looks to Provide Solutions for Southwest Louisiana | | | | “Our region faces many challenges – coastal restoration and healthcare – to name two pressing ones, which must be met,” Boustany said. “I look forward to building on the success we have had, but dealing with these issues will take broad, bi-partisan solutions. Working together, we can accomplish much more for Southwest Louisiana.” | |
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| December 17, 2008 | | | Boustany Calls for Increased American Energy Production as OPEC Slashes Output | | | | “As our economy slows, American families cannot afford dramatically higher gas prices like we suffered this past summer,” Boustany said. “We must responsibly increase American production to decrease our dependence on unstable foreign sources like OPEC. Not only will more U.S. output keep the price low, but it will create good paying American jobs too. That’s a win-win situation to get our economy back on track.” | |
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| December 16, 2008 | | | Boustany- “Working together is the only way we will be able to complete parts of I-49, I-10” | | | | “Over the next few months, Congress will begin deliberation on a new Highway Bill,” Boustany said. “By working together now, we can best utilize all our resources and complete the highway projects Southwest Louisiana desperately needs. Cooperation is the only way we will be able to complete parts of I-49 South, I-10 and other major infrastructure projects.” | |
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| December 10, 2008 | | | Boustany Announces $2.5 Million for Abbeville General Hospital Hurricane Upgrades | | | | “Abbeville General is an integral part of our region’s hurricane preparedness plan, and this funding will help put the hospital in better shape to serve Vermillion Parish during future storms,” Boustany said. “As a former doctor, I know how important secure facilities are for people in Southwest Louisiana. FEMA’s grant will be put to good use.” | |
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| October 3, 2008 | | | Boustany- “While not perfect, this is a better bill that will help Southwest Louisiana keep jobs.” | | | | “The economic downturn America is beginning to realize is a result of greed and irresponsibility, and now, small businesses, responsible homeowners and Southwest Louisiana families suffer because of reckless decisions by Wall Street,” Boustany said. “After reading this legislation and talking with experts and people across my district, I am convinced inaction at this time would hurt middle-class families. An increase in guaranteed limits for the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation will help restore public confidence in the safety of their bank deposits, and it is one important change from previous versions of this bill. People are anxious about banks being able to honor their commitments, and I acted to provide confidence. Strong oversight of Treasury and sound safeguards will help taxpayers recoup this loan over time; this is a necessary start. While not perfect, this is a better bill that will help Southwest Louisiana keep jobs.” | |
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| September 29, 2008 | | | Boustany Votes Against $700 Billion Wall Street Bailout | | | | “My first responsibility as a member of Congress is to the American taxpayer, and today, I am proud to defend the hard-earned dollars they send to Washington,” Boustany said. “Our financial markets are critical to economic growth. This bill is not the prudent way to protect responsible mortgages and pension plans. Congress can still act in a smart way to allow the market to correct itself, but taxpayers will not be put on the hook, if I have a say about it.” | |
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| September 23, 2008 | | | Boustany Discusses Hurricane Recovery Priorities with Governor | | | | “I appreciate Governor Jindal coming to Washington to demonstrate the needs our state has following two devastating storms,” Boustany said. “The whole delegation is working together quickly to provide assistance before Congress adjourns. We are under a tough deadline, made much worse by the irresponsible dealings of many in the financial sector. I’m outraged that Congress now must take unprecedented action in light of negligent decisions by CEOs and others in positions of trust. Congress first and foremost has a responsibility to the American taxpayer.” | |
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| September 17, 2008 | | | Boustany Introduces Evacuation Assistance Bill | | | | “Traveling across Acadiana and Southwest Louisiana to view the destruction of hurricanes Gustav and Ike, I saw the hard work lying ahead firsthand,” Boustany said. “I also saw the difficulty many in our area are having meeting the expensive costs of evacuating. This is why I introduced the Evacuee Assistance Act of 2008 today. My bill is a starting point that would provide some help to residents who heeded mandatory evacuation orders by reimbursing evacuees up to $2,000 to cover travel and lodging in the form of tax credits.” | |
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| September 16, 2008 | | | Boustany Discusses State Priorities for Gustav and Ike Recovery with Strain, Landrieu | | | | “I appreciate the Commissioner and Lieutenant Governor coming to Washington to stress the importance of timely recovery assistance,” Boustany said. “After touring parts of Cameron, Calcasieu and Vermillion parishes on Saturday, I am amazed by the destruction across Southwest Louisiana. The delegation will work in a bi-partisan effort to ensure the state and its residents can access help promptly. While more information is needed for a full assessment, today’s meeting helps us set the state’s critical recovery priorities.” | |
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| September 15, 2008 | | | Boustany Applauds SWLA Economic Development Alliance for Rapid Response Following Ike | | | | “Reopening our small businesses in the Lake Charles area is critical to recovery following this powerful storm,” Boustany said. “The destruction I saw on Saturday in Cameron and Calcasieu parishes was incredible, but just as after Rita, we will roll up our sleeves and go to work. I appreciate the SWLA Economic Development Alliance for their efforts to help businesses get back quickly.” | |
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| September 3, 2008 | | | Boustany, Louisiana Delegation Urge President to Declare Major Disaster Following Gustav | | | | “As I’ve traveled around the district, I’ve seen firsthand the damage caused by Gustav, and I’m working as quickly as possible to ensure people have access to federal help,” Boustany said. “I appreciate everyone’s preparations for the storm. We must now focus on cleaning up and recovering. The President must declare a major disaster to help our effort.” | |
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| August 29, 2008 | | | Boustany Announces $1.5 Million Grant for Chennault Airport to Create Jobs and Spur Economy in Calcasieu Parish | | | | “Chennault Airport provides critical economic opportunities for Lake Charles area businesses and residents, and this grant demonstrates the commitment of leaders at the local, state and federal levels to its continued success,” Boustany said. “This new center, which could create more than 300 new jobs, will enable many of our area’s young people to receive necessary training for quality jobs. I applaud all those who worked to make this happen.” | |
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| August 28, 2008 | | | Boustany Urges Southwest Louisiana Residents to Prepare for Gustav | | | | “Gustav should serve as a reminder to be prepared for a tropical storm or hurricane,” Boustany said. “Residents along the coast and even north of I-10 should take precautions ahead of the storm to ensure they are prepared. If you have family or friends living in these areas, please make sure they have a plan to stay safe.” | |
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| August 15, 2008 | | | DAY TWO: Boustany Returns to Washington- “We Need an Audacity of Action to Lower Gas Prices” | | | | “Members of Congress are ready to follow the American people’s call for lower gas prices through an ‘all of the above’ strategy, but Speaker Pelosi of California and other extreme environmentalists are blocking any and all action,” said Boustany. “Let’s work together to lower the price at the pump, decrease our dependence on foreign sources of oil and keep good paying American jobs here at home.” | |
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| August 13, 2008 | | | Boustany Sponsors Southwest Louisiana Student ‘Healthy Living’ Essay Contest | | | | “As a doctor who saw the negative effects of unhealthy choices, I know it’s critical to get Louisiana’s children started on a healthy path early in life,” said Boustany. “The Children’s Fitness and Food Essay Challenge is designed to spark interest in exercise and responsible diets that can help our children live healthier lives. I hope it will also give parents and teachers an opportunity to talk with young people about the importance of making smart decisions early in life.” | |
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