Press Releases
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) today voted to support the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023, legislation that delivers a 4.6 percent pay raise for service members and invests more than $222 million in Louisiana’s military installations.
MONROE, LA - Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) today announced that the U.S. Department of Commerce awarded a $2 million Economic Development Administration (EDA) grant to the City of West Monroe for upgrades to the city's sewer infrastructure.
"This substantial EDA grant will not only bring needed infrastructure improvements to West Monroe, but it will also help create jobs in the community and encourage business growth," Letlow said.
MONROE, LA - Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) today released the following statement on the passing of former Congressman John Cooksey (LA-05).
Today, Louisiana has lost a selfless and dedicated public servant. During his three terms representing the Fifth District in Congress, John Cooksey was a tireless advocate for our region, communities, and people.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) and Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) introduced a resolution to recognize National Police Week and pay tribute to the 619 officers, including 10 Louisianans, who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation is awarding a $3.5 million Airport Improvement Grant to Alexandria International Airport. The funding will be used to purchase land adjacent to their airport to assist with noise mitigation efforts for the community.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The House Republican Steering Committee this week selected Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) to fill an open seat on the powerful House Committee on Appropriations. The committee determines all discretionary spending and has broad oversight over almost all expenditures made by the federal government.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) today announced that the U.S. Department of Commerce awarded a $2 million Economic Development Administration (EDA) grant to LaSalle General Hospital in Jena. The funds will be used to renovate hospital facilities that will house regional healthcare workforce development programs.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) today issued the following statement on her meeting with Secretary of Veterans Affairs Denis McDonough to discuss the proposed closure of the Alexandria VA Hospital.
Today, Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) issued the following statement on the severe weather across the Fifth Congressional District.
"We’re saddened to see the damage that today’s storms have brought to the Fifth District. We have been in close contact with state and local leaders to offer assistance. Our team is here to help our region recover."
WASHINGTON, D.C. - On a 376-47 vote, the U.S. House of Representatives today passed H.R. 4738, The COVID-19 American History Project Act by Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05).
"This legislation is about healing and hope after the tremendous losses that our country experienced over the past two years," Letlow said. "It sends a clear message to the American people that we are finally moving past this pandemic."