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For the first time ever, the Amite River Basin is getting its own dedicated funding stream for flood protection—thanks to a new law signed by Governor Jeff Landry. Money from sand and gravel mining taxes is now being channeled into the Watershed Restoration and Conservation Fund, generating nearly a million dollars a year—potentially matched by federal dollars. The goal? Slow the river down, restore natural curves and vegetation, and turn gravel pits into lakes to safely hold back floodwaters. This initiative will directly benefit seven parishes, including Jones Creek, Bayou Fountain, and Wards Creek, which have long struggled with drainage issues. It’s a major state effort, timed to mark the 10-year anniversary of the 2016 floods—and the most significant flood-focused action since 2022’s watershed commission overhaul. The fund officially launches July 1.

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