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Alford: Veto session kicks off with uncertainty
Lawmakers will return to Baton Rouge today for another veto override session—the third in as many years. At one time considered rare, this political exercise has become almost commonplace during this current term of state government.
Planning Commission to receive update on FuturEBR next month
The East Baton Rouge Parish Planning Commission is adding an extra meeting to its calendar next month to hear a status report on its planned five-year update to the city-parish’s comprehensive master plan, FuturEBR.
Decision to hold veto override session broke down mainly along party lines
More than two-thirds of Louisiana’s legislators opted into a veto override session Thursday that is expected to focus on LGBTQ+ bills rejected by Gov. John Bel Edwards following the regular session.
‘LaPolitics’: It’s back to Baton Rouge for state lawmakers
The leadership of the state Senate and House of Representatives confirmed this morning that lawmakers will return to Baton Rouge on Tuesday, July 18, for a veto override session—the third in as many years.
State creates position aimed at boosting response to environmental threats
Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards signed legislation to create a state chief resilience officer, a position within the governor’s office that will coordinate policy response to environmental hazards and threats to the state.
The chaos that was the Legislature
Much of what was accomplished, or not, during the legislative session has been overshadowed by the mayhem of its final hours.
Alford: A transitional time at the state Capitol
Between the threat of additional sessions this summer and reelection campaigns in the fall, there will be no shortage of political action in Louisiana’s Capitol as the Legislature and Gov. John Bel Edwards’ administration move through the final year of this term of state government.
Veto override session may also include budget, criminal sentencing bills
Gov. John Bel Edwards’ decision to veto legislation banning medical treatments for transgender youth is pushing state lawmakers to return for an override session next week, but bills concerning the state budget, criminal sentencing and taxes are also expected to come up for a vote.
Second minority district would have ripple effects throughout Capital Region
Louisiana Republicans have not given up defending the state’s current congressional map, but recent Supreme Court decisions mean they may have to accept a second majority-minority district in the state.
PMAC upgrade project won’t receive ‘problem’ $50M appropriation
LSU’s plans to upgrade the Pete Maravich Assembly Center will get started with significantly less funding than anticipated after money was improperly appropriated for the project. But just how the inappropriate expense got in the state budget remains a mystery.
Calls growing for an override session in wake of Gov. Edwards’ vetoes
Pressure is mounting for Louisiana legislators to hold a veto override session this month following the governor’s rejection of numerous bills from the 2023 regular session, including some approved by wide margins, The Center Square reports.
Despite bump, Louisiana teacher salaries likely to remain below Southern average
An analysis of the most recent public school teacher salary data shows Louisiana still trails most of its regional peers—and is likely to remain there despite the Legislature adding $2,000 for the upcoming school year.
Gov. Edwards vetoes phase-out of Louisiana’s corporate franchise tax
Gov. John Bel Edwards on Wednesday vetoed legislation that would have phased out the corporate franchise tax but also cost the state millions in revenue.
Poll shows Stephen Waguespack gaining on Jeff Landry in governor’s race
A new poll shows Republican and former Louisiana Association of Business and Industry President Stephen Waguespack closing the gap on leading GOP contender Jeff...
‘LaPolitics’: Lawmakers eyeing a return to Baton Rouge
Regret and frustration were the leading themes during this week's Senate committee hearings on the regular session’s frantic final moments.
Lawmakers considering special session to address budget chaos
Some Louisiana legislators are raising the prospect of a special session to rework the budget following the chaotic close to the legislative session two weeks ago.
‘Broken’ budget process raises questions on how Legislature will address future shortfalls
Though his title suggests otherwise, Louisiana Budget Project Executive Director Jan Moller isn’t entirely sure what is in the state’s newest budget.
Alford: Legislative players remain on veto watch
Gov. John Bel Edwards issued a set of vetoes last week, his first since the regular session was adjourned earlier this month. The executive actions grabbed a few headlines here and there, but they failed to answer the larger questions looming over the state Capitol.
‘LaPolitics’: Legislature’s work likely isn’t done
The courts could force lawmakers into a special session on redistricting, to redraw Louisiana’s congressional map to accommodate a second Black majority district.
These constitutional amendments will be on the ballot this fall
The Louisiana Legislature concluded its legislative session for 2023 on June 8. During this session, seven constitutional amendments were passed, adding to the existing...
