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Federal shutdown could slow 222 FEMA recovery projects in Louisiana
A partial shutdown of the federal government would delay almost 2,000 FEMA disaster recovery and emergency preparedness projects nationwide, according to the White House.
‘LaPolitics’: Governor candidates urged to prioritize the coast
The Environmental Defense Action Fund launched a new six-figure television ad buy calling on "Louisiana gubernatorial candidates to champion coastal priorities during their campaigns."...
What Louisiana governor candidates want to do about soaring property insurance rates
One of the most pressing issues Louisiana faces is skyrocketing property insurance rates for homeowners and businesses.
Alford: An unpredictable secretary of state’s race?
If you’re not paying attention to the secretary of state’s race, then you’re missing out on what may be the most interesting Louisiana election of 2024.
Candidates for treasurer make their case ahead of Oct. 14 primary
Two Republicans and one Democrat are vying to replace John Schroder, who is running for governor, as Louisiana’s next state treasurer.
‘Times-Picayune’ endorses Waguespack in governor’s race
The Times-Picayune | NOLA.com today announced it is endorsing former Louisiana Association of Business and Industry President Stephen Waguespack for governor.
Sen. Cassidy wants the federal minimum wage to rise, but by how much?
Republican U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy is backing a new effort to raise the federal minimum wage even as the Louisiana Legislature back home has rejected attempts to increase hourly pay on a state level year after year, USA Today Network reports.
Alford: Kennedy’s PAC has national ambitions
If you read this column last week, you already know U.S. Sen. John Kennedy has a new affiliated political action committee called Common Sense for America that will engage in a handful of Louisiana elections this fall.
‘LaPolitics’: Landry expected to be central target in tonight’s debate
If last week’s televised gubernatorial forum left you wanting more from the candidates, then you’ll want to be in front of a television or a screen later tonight.
Large donor to Louisiana GOP caught up in SCOTUS controversy
A large donor to the Republican Party of Louisiana and to GOP Attorney General candidate Elizabeth Murrill played a pivotal role in the U.S....
LABI’s latest policy agenda combines old, new proposals
LA23, the new strategic plan the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry released today, restates many of the goals that business advocates have lobbied...
LABI calls for phaseout of personal income tax, higher local collections
The Louisiana Association of Business and Industry says the state’s personal income tax should be phased out.
How candidates for governor propose keeping LSU competitive
Six of the seven major candidates for Louisiana governor presented their ideas to keep LSU competitive as the state’s flagship university at a forum held Wednesday evening at the university’s Student Union.
The Metro Council is taking up an estimated $8.6M tax break for ExxonMobil
The East Baton Rouge Metro Council later this month will consider granting a property tax exemption to ExxonMobil estimated to be worth about $8.6 million over 10 years.
Alford: What’s next for John Kennedy, LABI and campaign finance?
What’s next for John Kennedy?
After capturing a few news cycles this year and last for thinking about and then not running for governor, U.S....
How each gubernatorial candidate plans to handle the expiring sales tax
The next governor of Louisiana will almost immediately be forced to deal with the loss of $500 million in state revenue when the temporary .45-cent sales tax expires in 2025
LaPolitics Q&A: Pelican Institute’s Daniel Espamer talks fiscal cliff, BESE and more
LaPolitics: The temporary state sales tax structure is something your organization has been warning folks about. Pelican recently called it the "next fiscal cliff."...
Alford: Leadership changes in the works at LABI, LED and C100
Three organizations that reside inside the beating heart of commerce in the Bayou State—the Committee of 100; Louisiana Association of Business and Industry; and Louisiana Economic Development—will all have new leadership installed over the next five months.
Metro Council member is calling for a clear media policy following lawsuit
Kiran Chawla, publisher of online news site Unfiltered with Kiran, has sued East Baton Rouge city-parish government and Baton Rouge Police Chief Murphy Paul,...
Louisiana governor candidates tell how they would boost state’s tourism
Reducing crime, retaining tax credits for film productions and legalizing marijuana are ways Louisiana’s gubernatorial candidates say the state could boost its tourism industry.
