Louisiana voters say their biggest concern is rising costs. According to a survey conducted by the Pelican Institute for Public Policy, 40% of the respondents listed the cost of living and inflation as their top concern. Erin Bendily is the vice president of the Pelican Institute.
“Clearly, the number one issue is cost of living and inflation,” Bendily noted.
Bendily says two-thirds of Louisiana voters report their electric and gas utility bills have increased over the past year.
“Utility bills, cost of living. These things are really top of mind for Louisiana voters right now. They’re feeling the financial strain, and they’re making that known to their policy makers,” Bendily said.
She says nearly eight in ten say state government or the Public Service Commission policies bear at least some responsibility for higher utility bills.
“Things are becoming unbearable. We’re looking for some relief. You guys are going into sessions. You’ll be considering a number of bills to address different things. We expect to see this on the agenda,” Bendily said.
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