Vermilion Economic Development Alliance takes part in District 47 Federal Delegation update with Rep. Bourriaque

Recently, Vermilion Economic Development Alliance (VEDA) took to the friendly skies in route to the nation’s capital where business meets policy—Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C.
Louisiana State Representative Ryan Bourriaque of District 47 invited two members of Vermilion Economic Development Alliance to accompany him on behalf of Vermilion Parish, alongside Cameron Parish representatives, in a District 47 update with federal delegation members. VEDA representatives included program administrator, Victoria Sagrera Bourque, and vice-president of the board and Abbeville Harbor and Terminal President, Patrick Duhon.
Representative Bourriaque’s District 47 update included a primary objective of outreach and issue discussions with federal delegation members including U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy and staff, U.S. Senator John Kennedy’s office, U.S. Congressman Garret Graves and staff, U.S. Congressman Clay Higgins and staff, and U.S. Congresswoman Julia Letlow. Through significant and meaningful meetings, emphasis was made on subjects regarding insurance, infrastructure including highways and lock systems, a diversified economy, appropriation for the Southwest Coastal Study, coastal protection and restoration efforts, agriculture, and much more. Additionally, the group engaged in several networking events including Cheniere, Venture Global and Tellurian receptions.
In unified efforts to elevate Vermilion Parish on a local, state and federal level, significant opportunities such as a presence in Washington, D.C. and time spent with our delegation members is critical in connecting local issues and needs with policymakers to accomplish change and growth. On behalf of VEDA, we thank and greatly appreciate Representative Bourriaque’s leadership, inclusion, and look forward to moving Vermilion Parish forward, together.