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Southwest Louisiana
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Southwest Louisiana
Acadiana and Southwest Louisiana, the heart of Cajun Country, is a beautiful part of the country with wonderful people, scenic habitats, diverse wildlife and a story to tell.
In 2005, much of Southwest Louisiana was slammed by Hurricane Rita. The storm was one of the most powerful to ever enter the Gulf of Mexico, and many communities in the area continue to rebuild. The determination and spirit of the people in my district is evidenced everyday as schools, government buildings and homes are repaired or reconstructed often with the aid of neighbors.Wildlife and our diverse habitats bring thousands of visitors to Southwest Louisiana annually. Crocodiles, crawfish, redfish all provide both a reminder of our Cajun roots and a challenge to sportsmen around the region.
Louisiana is a national leader in energy production. Approximately one-third of all U.S. oil and gas travels through Louisiana, and the state ranks fifth for both crude oil and natural gas production. Twenty-five percent of the nation’s Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) will run through Louisiana’s Seventh District by the year 2015.
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Office Locations
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Office Location
Washington, DC Office
1117 Longworth House Office Bldg
Washington, DC 20515-1807
Phone: (202) 225-2031
Fax: (202) 225-5724
View MapLafayette Office
800 Lafayette Street, Suite 1400
Lafayette, LA 70501
Phone: (337) 235-6322
Fax: (337) 235-6072
View MapLake Charles Office
Capital One Tower
One Lakeshore Drive, Suite 1775
Lake Charles, LA 70629
Phone: (337) 433-1747
Fax: (337) 433-0974
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Ways and Means Committee
From supporting the agricultural backbone of Louisiana farmland to promoting trade in Southwest Louisiana ports like the Port of Lake Charles, the distinguished House Ways and Means Committee tackles many issues that are important to Louisiana and all Americans. The committee’s jurisdiction includes tax, trade, healthcare, social security, income and family support and other revenue measures.
The committee decides how best to raise the revenue required to finance the Federal Government through income, excise and other taxes and oversees the debt of the United States, which totals more than $10 trillion.
The committee also oversees many social security programs including Supplemental Security Income, Medicare, Medicaid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, welfare and a variety of other social services.
Through its jurisdiction, the committee plays a significant role in drafting and passing bills like highway reauthorizations, farm bills and other important legislation.
Charles Boustany is a ranking member of the Oversight subcommittee which serves as a check and balance on certain actions of the Executive Branch of the government, including the functions of the IRS.
Visit the Ways and Means Committee's website here.