Sen. Bob Hensgens to play key roles in Energy, Environmental Councils

BATON ROUGE — Louisiana State Senator, Bob Hensgens (R-Gueydan) of District 26 has been appointed to positions on two significant councils, furthering his commitment to advancing energy and environmental initiatives in the state.
Firstly, Sen. Hensgens has been chosen to serve on the LSU Center for Energy Studies Advisory Council.
“In my district, the oil and gas industry forms the backbone of our community, and it is a great honor to contribute to a council that seeks to advance research and policy for the betterment of Vermillion and Acadia Parishes,” said Hensgens.
Secondly, Sen. Hensgens will assume a position on the Louisiana Environmental Quality Committee. This committee handles legislative matters pertaining to air quality, environmental control and regulation, hazardous waste management and land pollution while continuing to support our energy industry.
“As guardians of our beloved state, it is our responsibility to protect and preserve our precious resources,” Sen. Hensgens said. “Louisiana is renowned as a sportsman’s paradise, and I am committed to working to promote measures that reduce pollution, improve air quality and enhance hazardous waste management.”
Sen. Hensgens’ influential role as Chairman of the Senate Natural Resources Committee continues, where he oversees matters concerning conservation, wildlife and fisheries and other natural resource issues. First elected to the Louisiana State Senate in 2018, his dedication to serving the state and its citizens remains unwavering.