Politics & Policy

A new federal rule that goes into effect next month could make it easier for millions of workers to form unions at big companies like McDonald’s. But it’s already facing significant pushback from businesses and some members of Congress.

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A trial over alleged damage to the coast by oil companies in Cameron Parish will proceed as scheduled on Nov. 27 after the U.S. Supreme Court this week declined to block it. 

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The new policy could indirectly affect the private sector. State government now has a new tool to compete for workers, and when a major, high-profile employer enacts such a policy, other businesses may consider following suit. 

The East Baton Rouge Parish Planning Commission will vote on a revision to the city-parish’s comprehensive master plan, FuturEBR, on Monday. 

Gov. John Bel Edwards this morning announced that the state will now offer paid parental leave to its some 70,000 employees. 

Several Baton Rouge organizations have signed a letter by the National Association of Manufacturers asking leaders in Congress to pass three tax provisions that impact manufacturing and business. 

Gov.-elect Jeff Landry has named former House Speaker Taylor Barras to be his chief budget architect. 

A majority of Cameron Parish residents who attended recent public hearings say they support Venture Global LNG’s proposed CP2 expansion and CP Express pipeline, The American Press reports.