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Rep. Higgins on Flooding and Relief Efforts in LA03
U.S. Rep. Clay Higgins has been on the ground in SW Louisiana as Hurricane Harvey impacted the Texas and Louisiana coasts… He filled us in on impacts of the storm, and the mobilization of citizens...
As Texans Suffer, Scaled-Back Flood Insurance Bill Likely as Deadline Looms
With swaths of Houston underwater, the faltering federal flood insurance program is likely headed for another short-term extension — a step lawmakers took 17 times between 2008 and 2012 before...
Sandbag Locations for Hurricane Harvey
ACADIA PARISHAcadia Parish Police Jury 337-788-8861 Available by appointment distributing 6:30am-5:00pm Mon-Thurs; 6:30am-12:00pm on Friday limit 12 bags per household servicing rural areas only....
U.S. Rep. Higgins Discusses Budget at Acadiana Press Club
On Aug. 18, The Daily Advertiser held a news forum for U.S. Rep. Clay Higgins to discuss his time in office and major issues, including the national debt."The size of our nation's debt is colossal,"...
Higgins Issues Remarks in Wake of Charlottesville
Color does not define us. Ethnicity does not define us. Race does not define us. All of mankind was created in God's own image. We are one, bonded by spirit.Violence against our fellow citizen based...
Louisiana Poised to Lead the Way in New “America First” Energy Climate
For nearly a decade, Louisiana's oil and gas industry has been targeted by ideologically-charged efforts to suppress fossil fuel energy production. The energy and fuel refining industries have long...
Higgins’ Office Announces Participation in 2017 Congressional App Challenge
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Clay Higgins' (R-LA) office is excited to announce that Louisiana's third congressional district will be participating in the 2017 Congressional App Challenge (CAC), an...
First 7 Months: By the Numbers
Congressman Higgins has been working hard for South Louisiana in his first seven months. As part of our committment to open and transparent communications, here's a by-the-numbers breakdown of...
Higgins to Hold Town Hall in Youngsville
Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) will host a town hall this week in Youngsville, LA. The event is open to the public. Congressman Higgins will answer questions and provide a brief update from his...
Bills Would Open Snapper Harvest Out to At Least 25 Miles
Louisiana senators and representatives have introduced companion legislation in Congress that would give states management authority of red snapper out to 25 miles or 25 fathoms, whichever is...
Lawmakers Rethink Federal Use of Kaspersky Lab Products
Congressional lawmakers and federal agencies are reevaluating the federal government's relationship with Moscow-based cybersecurity firm Kaspersky Lab over concerns about the company's ties with...
Higgins Issues Statement on Make America Secure Appropriations Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) issued the following response to passage of H.R. 3219, the Make America Secure Appropriations Act for FY 18."The national security funding bill...
Higgins Introduces Bill to Improve Veterans Caregiver Programs
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) has introduced H.R. 3308, a bill calling for improvements and consolidation of two veteran caregiver programs within the Veterans Health...
Congressman Higgins Speaks on Agriculture and Rural America
Had the privilege to join my friend Congressman Jodey Arrington on the House floor last night, speaking about agriculture and rural America. Given a level playing field and opportunities to compete...
Higgins, Cassidy Introduce Bill to Expedite LNG Export Approvals
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) has introduced H.R. 3367, to remove barriers placed on U.S. exporters so they can quickly access the market and meet the global demand of natural...
Higgins Homeland Security Bill Clears House Hurdles
U.S. Rep. Clay Higgins, R-Port Barre, says his legislation to authorize the Department of Homeland Security will give Congress needed oversight powers that may yet trim the department's size and...
Reducing the Burden on American Energy Producers
American energy - of every kind - should be a steady stream of export revenue. We can safely, but effectively lower restrictions on the energy industry, including nuclear power technology. During a...
Louisiana Rice Farmers Access ‘Massive Market’ in China
China has agreed to allow U.S. rice imports for the first time ever, opening a "massive market" for Louisiana farmers."It's huge," Louisiana Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain said in an interview...
House Passes Landmark DHS Authorization Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. – House Homeland Security Chairman Michael McCaul (R-TX) and Clay Higgins' (R-LA) comprehensive bill H.R. 2825, "The DHS Authorization Act of 2017," passed the House today with...