Politics & Policy

Government decisions, legislation, elections, and public policy shaping business and daily life across the Baton Rouge region and Louisiana.

Alford: Issues put on hold for COVID-19 begin to resurface

The regular session that convenes April 12 will mark a return to normality for...

Biden administration means regulatory whiplash for industry

President Joe Biden’s Cabinet picks—and his early regulatory actions—aren’t being well-received by industry, but the outlook is far from dire.

Think you’re worse off financially than a year ago? Gallup says you’re not alone

Americans’ views of their financial situation worsened in 2020, reports pollster Gallup, serving as...

Louisiana legislative auditor resigns

The Louisiana legislative auditor plans to step down March 2. “After a 37-plus-year career, I’ve...

GOP lawmaker: Gas tax measure offers strong ROI for infrastructure needs

Despite the pandemic-triggered hit to the state’s economy, Louisiana cannot afford to keep putting...

LSU Athletics spent $128,000 on misconduct prevention during time of allegations

LSU Athletics—using money provided by the nonprofit Tiger Athletics Foundation—spent at least $128,513 on...
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Slow vaccine rollout, new variants hampering business forecasts

The slow start of the COVID-19 vaccine rollout, along with the arrival of new...

Lawmakers vow to scrutinize Louisiana’s voting machine search

Louisiana lawmakers intend to closely watch as the state shops for new voting machines,...

First infrastructure bill filed for Louisiana’s 2021 regular legislative session

A proposed law would dedicate the proceeds from a temporary 0.45% state sales tax...

‘LaPolitics’: Cedric Richmond’s star rising in White House; redistricting delays continue 

We all knew former Congressman Cedric Richmond of New Orleans was going to play...
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