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Daylight saving time bill would allow Louisiana to spring forward forever
Louisiana has a law in place to make daylight saving time permanent if Congress passes the "Sunshine Protection Act" filed this week by Florida...
Three talking points from Louisiana gubernatorial candidates’ forum
At this early stage in the governor’s race, the four announced Republican gubernatorial candidates are hitting on similar campaign messages, though offering few specifics...
‘LaPolitics’: Latest storylines from the governor’s race
After moving swiftly last year to secure the early support of the Louisiana Republican Party, Attorney General Jeff Landry is preparing to leave soon...
Gov. Edwards names new DOTD secretary
Gov. John Bel Edwards has named Eric Kalivoda as the new secretary of the Department of Transportation and Development, replacing the retiring Shawn Wilson.
GOP state lawmaker seeks moratorium on Lake Maurepas carbon capture wells
A state lawmaker wants to suspend plans to drill carbon capture wells in Lake Maurepas while seeking assurance that the project will not harm the environment.
Industry leader says air monitoring ‘data dump’ won’t keep public safer
State Sen. Cleo Fields, D-Baton Rouge, plans to try again to impose real-time public air monitoring for Louisiana industrial plants.
How the candidates are polling in Louisiana governor’s race
A recent poll paid for by Jeff Landry’s campaign shows the attorney general as the top choice among Republicans and independents in the race...
Gov. Edwards wants to raise the minimum wage for state workers, but by how...
After years of failing to convince lawmakers to raise the minimum wage for all Louisiana residents, Gov. John Bel Edwards may have to settle for raising it for just state government employees.
LABI reacts to Gov. Edwards’ $45.7B budget proposal
The Louisiana Association of Business and Industry today released a response to Gov. John Bel Edwards’ state budget proposal.
‘LaPolitics’ Q&A: Online access will be a key focus for media during session
LaPolitics: As the general counsel for the Louisiana Press Association, you lock up on a lot of bills related to public meetings and public...
Still on the fence, Garret Graves feeling the heat to enter governor’s race
U.S. Rep. Garret Graves says he is facing "extraordinary pressure" to run for governor and continues to weigh a decision on whether to enter this year's race
How expensive will the Louisiana governor’s race get?
Campaign spending on Louisiana's 2023 governor's race may set a record, topping $100 million for the first time, USA Today Network reports.
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Metro Council to receive reports on injuries, damages from police responses
The Metro Council will receive several reports next month from local law enforcement agencies on injuries to the public and damage to property while responding to calls or in pursuit of suspects.
Should parade organizations be on the hook for cleanup?
A proposal pending for the Louisiana Legislature’s next regular session would require local governments that issue parade permits to make parade organizers provide for litter cleanup.
Is tax reform coming? Lawmakers prefile bills ahead of April session
Nine bills dealing with taxes have been prefiled with the Senate for the upcoming legislative session, including a proposal to repeal the corporate franchise...
Louisiana will shine public light on state government salaries
Louisiana intends to make the salaries of state government employees available to the public through a new, searchable database that will online within the...
How Louisiana’s elected officials are celebrating Mardi Gras
The masks can make it difficult to identify them, but many Louisiana elected officials take part in Carnival season—and are eager to show it.
Education spending a key focus of Gov. Edwards’ $45.7B budget plan
Gov. John Bel Edwards’ final proposed state budget, which was presented to a joint legislative committee this morning, includes raises for teachers, hundreds of millions of dollars in additional funding for transportation projects
Louisiana may bar more banks from state business over gun, energy policies
The Louisiana State Bond Commission might further limit the state’s business with large banks based on their dealings with gun manufacturers and energy issues....
‘LaPolitics’: Graves’ influence growing in Congress
U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has taken to comparing his job as leader of the nation’s lower chamber to that of a mafia don....
