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Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

This historic, once-in-a-lifetime bill doesn't address conservation as it fails one of the nation’s most important conservation crises - the loss of coastal Louisiana – and it will be a historic part of the relief discussions the next time there is a major storm or hurricane. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted July 22, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

Debate just began. Members on both sides will speak to how the bill benefits their states, & I'll address the fact that many of these states that will be the largest beneficiaries of LA's money oppose the very energy production they will profit from. ➡️https://t.co/DtbCf8ktzv — PolitiTweet.org

SOON – I'll be speaking on the House Floor against the Great American Outdoors Act, an enviro-bailout that will tak… https://t.co/jAQpuh2aEb

Posted July 22, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

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An enviro-bailout (at the cost of LA’s coast & future) is being pushed amidst COVID-19, oil price war, record unemp… https://t.co/lpEpy…

Posted July 22, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

SOON – I'll be speaking on the House Floor against the Great American Outdoors Act, an enviro-bailout that will take money from offshore energy in Louisiana for land acquisition in other states. Exact time of the remarks & further details will be shared when available. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted July 22, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

Read more here: https://t.co/1hw03WhdNC — PolitiTweet.org

Small businesses & their hard workers need to reopen without the threat of frivolous lawsuits associated with COVID… https://t.co/NIvW1…

Posted July 21, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

This week, 35 associations also announced support for H.R. 7528. https://t.co/745LZLSUY4 — PolitiTweet.org

Posted July 21, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

Providing legal safe harbor against frivolous lawsuits for small businesses as they reopen must be a key component of the next COVID-19 package. Below, @BPC_Bipartisan affirms to congressional leadership the protection my liability bill would offer. — PolitiTweet.org

"Workers and employers deserve support and clarity as they navigate the difficult months ahead. It is of vital impo… https://t.co/yQBBR0kz1N

Posted July 21, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

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These bill advocates better be thinking up the excuses they will give to the families of hurricane victims in Texas… https://t.co/ejRKZZ7QQH

Posted July 20, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

An enviro-bailout (at the cost of LA’s coast & future) is being pushed amidst COVID-19, oil price war, record unemployment, & national civil unrest. Gulf Coast hurricane protection will be sacrificed for parks out West if @OutdoorsAct passes. #FundLWCF #RestoreOurParks #GAOA https://t.co/IJAgROIius — PolitiTweet.org

Posted July 20, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

Our legislative wins in Congress begin with conversations back home. Credit is due to @LouisianaCPRA too for their efforts on this. — PolitiTweet.org

Bipartisan, comprehensive legislation made my amendment possible. The ability to renegotiate the payment agreement… https://t.co/aCyMt7wzRR

Posted July 17, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

Thanks to @SteveScalise, @RepRichmond, @LouisianaGov and all stakeholders who helped make this happen. (2/2) #lalege #lagov — PolitiTweet.org

Posted July 17, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

Bipartisan, comprehensive legislation made my amendment possible. The ability to renegotiate the payment agreement for our projects, levees, floodwalls, gated structures & pump stations, will give communities protection from flooding & coastal restoration. (1/2) — PolitiTweet.org

House bill would allow renegotiation of Louisiana's $100 million annual Katrina levee debt -- State hopes for major… https://t.co/L4mi96aqTr

Posted July 17, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

Every penny the State is able to save through a renegotiation is money that will be reinvested in protecting our communities from flooding & restoring the coast. (2/2) — PolitiTweet.org

Posted July 16, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

A major win for South Louisiana. Giving the State the ability to renegotiate the payment agreement for HSDRRS was our top priority for this year’s WRDA bill, & I was proud that the T&I committee accepted my amendment to make it happen yesterday. (1/2) https://t.co/if1KNBeY2h — PolitiTweet.org

Posted July 16, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

The different provisions involve the Houma Navigation Canal, Bayou Lafourche, Amite River, Upper Barataria Basin, levees in the New Orleans area, dead zone in Gulf of Mexico, and several more. https://t.co/6Rpx9kH8QH — PolitiTweet.org

Louisiana’s coastal & water future is integral to America’s long-term economic competitiveness. LA's ports, inland… https://t.co/TO58I…

Posted July 16, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

We got some good wins for Louisiana today with the WRDA bill passed out of the House T&I Committee. Stay tuned for more details, and see the video below for a quick recap. https://t.co/5lR57mlhcX — PolitiTweet.org

Posted July 16, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

Read more about the provisions here and for a link to watch live: https://t.co/YGIRALiAj3 — PolitiTweet.org

Posted July 15, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

Louisiana’s coastal & water future is integral to America’s long-term economic competitiveness. LA's ports, inland waterways, flood protection, restoration & other water-related infrastructure priorities are on the table today as House T&I Committee considers the WRDA Act. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted July 15, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

The next relief package out of Congress this month needs to be targeted to the right people and focused on those that need it most. I talked with @WBRZ yesterday to discuss relief ideas that advance our public interest. https://t.co/j1P1zjI23P — PolitiTweet.org

Posted July 15, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

Great to join LA Congressional Delegation members in welcoming @Mike_Pence to Louisiana this morning to discuss LA’s COVID-19 response. I was also able to hitch a ride back tonight on Air Force Two to DC & talk legislative priorities for South Louisiana. https://t.co/J4W1iSBIt0 — PolitiTweet.org

Posted July 15, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

Met with FEMA Administrator Pete Gaynor this morning to talk flood recovery with the Baker School System leadership. We also discussed COVID-related food insecurity, Duplication of Benefits, and flood protection. https://t.co/ZUkQXSZqbn — PolitiTweet.org

Posted July 13, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

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Posted July 10, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

Straightforward, common-sense, & bipartisan solutions is how the government should work when addressing urgent, time-sensitive legislation. Thank you to @RepCuellar, @JudgeCarter, Rep. Peterson, & @RepAndyBarr for cosponsoring this bipartisan legislation. https://t.co/prn1Gtx5pk — PolitiTweet.org

Posted July 10, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

The bipartisan bill protects businesses and their employees from being sued provided they took reasonable steps to comply with the guidance from the CDC or appropriate health authorities. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted July 10, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

Small businesses & their hard workers need to reopen without the threat of frivolous lawsuits associated with COVID-19. I introduced a bipartisan bill this week to offer this protection at the federal level. https://t.co/opo5U1MJNb — PolitiTweet.org

Posted July 10, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

Five years ago, the FAST Act passed which led to crucial infrastructure developments for Louisiana. The next bill we pass in Congress will result in major investments across our country, but the bill must address the fundamental challenges we face. — PolitiTweet.org

LA Highway 1 is receiving a $135 million grant to construct approximately 8.3 miles of elevated highway from Leevil… https://t.co/jBvvexDHQH

Posted July 3, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

I spoke during House Transportation committee markup two weeks ago about the challenges South Louisiana faces. This bill unfortunately became partisan without input from either side of the aisle. — PolitiTweet.org

I spoke in the House Transportation and Infrastructure hearing yesterday where consideration for the 2020 Surface T… https://t.co/hHpCm9iVQE

Posted July 3, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

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Posted July 3, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

Infrastructure bills are normally bipartisan, but HR 2 completely missed the mark. I spoke this week on the House Floor against this bill because instead of addressing our nation’s infrastructure needs, it had more wishlist priorities. Full remarks in below tweet. https://t.co/Halq33tAW4 — PolitiTweet.org

Posted July 3, 2020

Rep. Garret Graves @RepGarretGraves

We will continue working with Louisiana Transportation Secretary Shawn Wilson and federal officials to continue pro… https://t.co/wro1ODOq4A — PolitiTweet.org

Posted July 2, 2020