Press Releases
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Trump Administration has approved a Major Disaster Declaration for North Louisiana, triggering federal funding to assist local communities in recovery efforts. Congresswoman Julia Letlow has repeatedly advocated for federal support for recovery efforts, including after the storm and in recent days.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Julia Letlow today filed legislation to provide increased support for rural communities and more transparency in federal spending. The Empowering Rural Communities Act provides greater assistance for rural communities seeking federal grants while requiring the federal government to publicly disclose the results achieved by USDA Rural Development spending.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Julia Letlow released the following statement on House passage of the SAVE America Act, which prohibits noncitizens from voting and requires photo identification to vote nationwide.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following the recent ice storm affecting North Louisiana, Congresswoman Julia Letlow is calling on federal agencies to prioritize preventative efforts to reduce the likelihood of widespread power outages the next time disaster strikes.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Julia Letlow has secured over $2 million in Community Project Funding to support infrastructure improvements and other revitalization efforts in the town of St. Francisville.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Julia Letlow has secured over $6 million in Community Project Funding to support Ouachita Parish’s highway, storm drainage, and sewer infrastructure.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Julia Letlow has delivered $2.2 million in Community Project Funding to support aviation infrastructure improvements at the Hammond Northshore Regional Airport.
The funding passed as part of the FY 2026 transportation funding bill, which cleared Congress on Tuesday and was signed into law by President Trump. The funding will be used to extend the primary runway, improving safety while increasing capacity for larger and more varied aircraft.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Julia Letlow has secured $3.5 million in Community Project Funding to support the construction of an advanced, indoor water rescue training facility in Baton Rouge for first responders.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Julia Letlow has secured $5 million in Community Project Funding to support crucial repairs to port infrastructure along the Mississippi River in Northeast Louisiana.
Funding for the Delta Link Louisiana Regional Ports Improvement Project passed as part of the FY 2026 transportation funding bill, which cleared Congress on Tuesday and was signed into law by President Trump. The $5 million will support infrastructure improvements at the Ports of Lake Providence, Tensas, and Vidalia.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Julia Letlow has secured $5 million in funding signed into law by President Trump to increase support for new mothers and infants through the distribution of newborn supply kits.