Politics & Policy

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

Billions of dollars to clean up abandoned oil and gas wells will only make a dent 

An infusion of federal money has helped Louisiana plug nearly 500 abandoned oil and gas wells this year.

Biden administration will spend $7B to build hydrogen power hubs  

The Biden administration is directing $7 billion from the bipartisan infrastructure law to build seven regional hydrogen power hubs in 16 states, the White House announced this morning. 

‘LaPolitics’: Americans for Prosperity’s new state director talks policy and politics 

LaPolitics: What is Americans for Prosperity hoping to hear from candidates this election cycle? Are there any key issues?

NFIB pushing back against new small business reporting requirements  

The National Federation of Independent Business last month sent a letter to the U.S....

Aztek Cove has changed its plans. Will the project still happen? 

The developers of the controversial Aztek Cove development say the project is still moving forward after they withdrew a request to establish an economic development district on the property.  

Lawsuits challenging diversity efforts could hit funding for small businesses 

Activists looking to roll back diversity programs are suing several big companies―including Comcast, Progressive...
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Baton Rouge adds 4,300 jobs in August, with government hiring boost 

With 4,300 new jobs in August, the Baton Rouge area ranked first among peer metros for year-over-year job growth, according to the latest economic indicator report from the Baton Rouge Area Chamber.  

As climate risks mount, insurance safety net is breaking down

To handle the risk of massive payouts, insurance companies sell policies across different markets—reasoning...

Four Louisiana legislative candidates are seeking to replace their relatives in office

No other candidates running for the Louisiana Legislature this year have a campaign strategy...

Tellurian asks FERC for more time to finish Driftwood LNG export plant

U.S. energy company Tellurian Inc. has asked federal energy regulators for more time to build its Driftwood liquefied natural gas export plant near Lake Charles, Reuters reports.
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