119th Congress
Baton Rouge – Today, Congressman Fields stated that he strongly condemns the Trump Administration’s recent overreaching immigration raids in Louisiana known as the “Catahoula Crunch.”
Washington, D.C. – “As I sat and listened to today’s oral arguments in Louisiana v. Callais, I was reminded of just how much is at stake in our country’s democracy. This case marks a pivotal moment in not only Louisiana’s ongoing fight to protect fair representation, but states all across this nation as well. While I am cautiously optimistic following this morning’s hearing, we must remain vigilant and committed to defending the principles enshrined in Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
Frequently Asked Questions
Funding for the federal government expired on September 30. I am working to keep critical services up and running for families in our community while lowering health care costs. Sadly, Republicans would rather shut down the government and rip health care away from working families than work to find consensus.
This is a tough time for federal workers, their families, and our entire community. I am committed to negotiating a bipartisan compromise that reopens the government and meets the needs of the American people.
Washington, DC – Congressman Fields (LA-06) joined colleagues in urging congressional leadership to take immediate action on long-term reauthorization of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). In a letter to Chairman Hill and Ranking Member Waters of the House Financial Services Committee, Congressman Fields emphasized that NFIP is a lifeline for homeowners, small businesses, and entire communities across Louisiana and the nation who are vulnerable to flooding.
OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM CONGRESSMAN FIELDS ON REDISTRICTING
Baton Rouge, LA – Congressman Cleo Fields released the following statement today in response to reports that the Trump Administration is undoing critical FEMA reforms put in place after Hurricane Katrina: