Identifies Major Cost Savings
Baton Rouge, LA—Today, Governor Landry announced a cost savings restructure of the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP). GOHSEP will now be under the Louisiana National Guard with Brig. Gen. Jason Mahfouz serving as the interim director of GOHSEP—responsible for day-to-day operations. Adjutant General, Maj. Gen. Thomas Friloux, will provide oversight to GOHSEP during this transition.
“GOHSEP Director Jacques Thibodeaux took on a challenging role and served our state with dedication under difficult circumstances. We deeply appreciate his service. As governor, I was elected with a commitment to cutting waste and streamlining government. As part of our fiscal responsibility initiative, we've identified an opportunity to save millions by bringing GOHSEP under the National Guard. This move not only delivers significant cost savings but also aligns with my belief in the importance of relying more on our National Guard to strengthen our state's resilience. I have directed the Adjutant General, Maj. Gen. Thomas Friloux, to provide oversight and guidance to GOHSEP during this transition. Additionally, Brig. Gen. Jason Mahfouz will be the interim director of GOHSEP and responsible for day-to-day operations,” said Governor Jeff Landry
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