Why is CWPPRA also known as the Breaux Act?
In Louisiana, CWPPRA is also known as the Breaux Act because two U.S. senators from Louisiana, U. S. Senator John Breaux and U. S. Senator J. Bennett Johnson, were instrumental in getting the legislation initiated and passed. Senator John Breaux has since played an active role in keeping the Louisiana coastal land loss issue an active concern among fellow governmental officials and American citizens. Senator Breaux has also been an advocate for restoration activities taken on by CWPPRA. In keeping with his commitment to coastal restoration, Senator Breaux has often served as a speaker and Master of Ceremonies at CWPPRA project dedications.
