Online: Plug Power has completed construction of a hydrogen production plant in Louisiana, the company announced this week, set to supply major clients like Amazon and Walmart. The facility enhances the state’s position in the renewables and clean energy sector, aligning with broader trends toward sustainable industrial practices. Read more from Bloomberg. A subscription may be required.
Check the web: The House of Representatives voted 74-17 to pass a bill that would shift the state’s official public notices from The Advocate newspaper to a government-run website. House Bill 526 directs the Commissioner of Administration to create and maintain a new website that will serve as the primary platform for posting official information about boards, commissions and state agencies. Read more from WRKF.
Election day: Residents in East Baton Rouge Parish will vote for five tax renewals, a bond issue and a new millage proposed by the district attorney’s office in Saturday’s election. While most property tax rates on the ballot are up for renewal, the district attorney’s office is seeking a new increase to combat crime in the area. Residents will also vote on for a new representative for House District 67 and both two St. George council seats (at-large and District 4). Read more from The Center Square.