Charles Boustany

In this column from U.S. Rep. Charles Boustany (R-Lafayette), he makes the case "that America is ready to step up and lead" when it comes to trade with countries across the globe, especially with the new Congress that took over in January.

It's a real honor, and truly humbling to receive the support of Congressman Charles Boustany and Mayor Joey Durel in Lafayette.

Rep. Charles Boustany, a Republican who represents the area, said the delay is unacceptable. And Republican Sen. David Vitter said the VA is in disarray.

"If not for the VA's own screw-ups, both of these clinics would have already been built".

U.S. Rep. Charles Boustany does not believe the U.S. will reach an acceptable agreement with Iran over that country's nuclear program.

Senator David Vitter will talk about what action is needed to keep Louisiana in the forefront of the nation's energy production.

U.S. Senator David Vitter and U.S. Rep. Charles Boustany have both been fighting for better treatment of Louisiana's veterans in reference to the "unacceptable treatment by the VA." They have done so through legislation and by raising awareness. Now, they are taking it another step forward.

Originally, the Lafayette facility was slated to be finished by the Winter of 2015 or early 2016.

We have to do everything we can to protect the integrity of our electoral system.

Congressman Charles Boustany says every Amercian should be grateful and give thanks for our veterans.

Five-term U.S. Congressman Charles Boustany has won a 6th term, defeating Republican Challenger Brian Barrilleaux and No Party candidate Russell Richard.

The events are open to the public.

GEAR UP is a program of the US Dept. of Education designed to prepare low-income students to succeed in post-secondary education.

U.S. Congressman Charles Boustany, U.S. Senator David Vitter and U.S. Senate candidate Rep. Bill Cassidy are all commenting on Attorney General Eric Holder's announced resignation.

Congressman Charles W. Boustany, Jr., M.D., (R-South Louisiana) issued the following statement after the House passed H.R. 4, the Jobs for America Act, and H.R. 2, the American Energy Solutions for Lower Costs and More American Jobs Act.

1,275 UAC's have been released between January 1, 2014 and July 31, 2014.

The legislation authorizing the two clinics was finally passed through Congress and signed by the president this year.

Qualifying concluded at 4:30pm Friday.

U.S. Rep. Charles Boustany announced Wednesday morning that he has qualified for November elections for the U.S. House of Representatives.

The bill still faces a Senate vote before final approval.