Vitter, La. Delegation Urge Army Corps to Fix Mitigation Problem for Agriculture
(Metairie, La.) - U.S. Sen. David Vitter (R-La.), along with the entire Louisiana Congressional delegation, wrote the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers this week regarding the increase in agriculture land usage for mitigation, which would have a negative impact on Louisiana’s agriculture production.
Read MoreVitter Passes Amendment to Farm Bill to Eliminate Food Stamps for Murderers, Sex Offenders
(Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Senator David Vitter today passed an amendment to the Farm Bill in the U.S. Senate that will prohibit convicted murderers, rapists, and pedophiles from receiving food stamps. The amendment was agreed to by unanimous consent.
Read MoreICYMI: Our Views: A big role for the state (The Advocate)
Excerpt: “Pronounced “werdah” on Capitol Hill, the Water Resources Development Act is a particularly vital piece of legislation for Louisiana.
Read MoreVitter to be “No” Vote on Hagel Nomination
(Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Senator David Vitter today made the following comments opposing the nomination of Chuck Hagel to be the next Secretary of Defense.
Read MoreVitter: Reid Comments Gravely Insulting to Gulf Coast Residents
(Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Senator David Vitter (R-La.) today responded to remarks made by Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) on Friday. Reid said that “the people of New Orleans and that area, they were hurt – but nothing in comparison to what happened to the people in New York and New Jersey.”
Read MoreVitter Helps Increase Alligator Hunting Tags Near Henderson, La.
(Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Sen. David Vitter today announced that the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries will issue more alligator hunting tags in the Henderson area to help with overpopulation. The overpopulation of alligators has disrupted the local fishing industry as alligators have been destroying fishing traps to eat the bait.
Read MoreVitter Encourages House Natural Resources Committee to Pass Billfish Conservation Act
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Vitter Opposes Tax Increase Legislation, Supports 1-Year Extension of Current Rates
(Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Sen. David Vitter today opposed legislation that would have not only increased taxes on small business owners and job creators, but also would have increased the death tax, impacting Louisiana farmers and other small businesses like seafood producers.
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Vitter: St. Mary Parish Farm Service Agency Office will Remain Open
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Vitter Fights for Flood Insurance Extension
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(Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Senator David Vitter spoke on the Senate floor today and urged the Senate to extend the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The NFIP is set to expire on May 31, 2012. Vitter supports a long-term five year extension and called on Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid to bring the extension for a vote as soon as possible. Additionally, Vitter and Sen. John Tester (D-Mont.) hosted a hearing in the Economic Policy Subcommittee of the Banking Committee today examining the need for long-term reauthorization and reform of the NFIP.
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