
Comite Diversion Canal Task Force Chairwoman
- Worked extensively with Congressman Garret Graves and the Corps of Engineers as chairwoman since 2014 to get the CRDC back on track after it was abandoned. Project is set to be completed by 2025.
- Passed legislation to allow cleaning and dredging of Amite and Comite Rivers to prevent flooding.
- 2018 Revised statewide floodplain management plan.
- Preliminary studies on reservoirs in Amite River Basin to prevent flooding.
Bill to Prohibiting China and foreign enemies purchasing critical infrastructure and land.
Pro-America, patriotic social studies education requirement.
Pro-Life Heartbeat Bill
Fighting illegal immigration with anti-sanctuary cities bill.
Protect Teachers Act from criminal and civil liability when intervening.
Fought Governor Edwards’ lockdowns and mask mandates from Day One!
Thank you and God Bless,
Valarie Hodges
Appropriations, Interim Member
Civil Law and Procedure
Comite River Diversion Canal Task Force
House and Governmental Affairs
House Select Committee on Homeland Security
House Select Leadership Committee
Labor and Industrial Relations, Vice Chair
Capital Region Legislative Delegation
Louisiana Legislative Women’s Caucus
Louisiana Republican Legislative Delegation
Get In Touch
35055 La. Hwy 16
Suite 2A
Denham Springs, LA 70706
Phone: (225) 791-2199
Fax: (225) 791-9203
Legislative Aide: Tori Hymel
Representative Hodges works diligently to make the needs of the people of our area her highest priority.