Gov. Edwards: Military spending in Louisiana creates $9.64B economic impact
9 Nov 2021
Military-related spending in Louisiana creates $9.64 billion in annual economic impact across all regions of the state, according to a study commissioned by the State of Louisiana. Economic activity associated with that spending results in more than 77,000 jobs and pays $348.7 million in state and local taxes, the study showed.
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Louisiana is expected to receive $7 billion from the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. The money will be used for public transportation, roads, broadband, and water systems.
“Louisiana will get billions from the federal government to repair and update our roads, bridges, sewage and water systems. We would be...
Gov. Edwards breaks ground on Houma canal locks, announces completion of Grand Bayou Floodgate
Nov 8 2021On Monday, Gov. Edwards joined the Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA) along with local and state officials to break ground on the Houma Navigation Canal (HNC) Lock Complex and announce the completion of the Grand Bayou Floodgate.
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“According to the SBA, small businesses account for 53 percent of Louisiana workers, and 99 percent of Louisiana employers,” Governor John Bel Edwards told attendees of the virtual event. “Every day, we witness their dedication – to their companies, their employees, and their communities. When your business thrives, Louisiana prospers...