Category Archives: Politics & Government
Casino Association of Louisiana reacts to ousting of Gaming Control Board chairman
The casino industry is responding to the Senate's decision not to confirm the re-appointment of Ronnie Jones as chairman of the state's gaming control board. Casino Association of Louisiana executive ...
Jun 03, 2020 Nick Amoscato / CC
Legislature OKs 300 million dollar grant program for small businesses
The Legislature signs off on a 300 million dollar grant program for small businesses funded with cash set aside to help local government's whose revenue was impacted by the shutdown. National Federati...
Jun 02, 2020 Jeffrey Schwartz / CC
Governor Edwards on protests and reaction to Floyd's death
As the nation reacts to the violent death of George Floyd, Governor John Bel Edwards says he appreciate citizens of Louisiana keeping protests civil and nonviolent. Edwards says Floyd's death was unne...
Jun 02, 2020 Anthony Crider / CC
President calls for troops to "dominate the streets" as George Floyd protests continue nationwide
President Trump calls on governors to deploy the National Guard in sufficient numbers to "dominate the streets" in the wake of lawlessness following nationwide police brutality protests. Senator Bill ...
Jun 02, 2020 Senator Bill Cassidy (R) - Louisiana
Special session to focus on relief for Louisiana small businesses
The special session has begun and lawmakers are set to tangle over proposals aimed at rebooting the state's economy. Chairman of the Louisiana Economic Recovery Task Force Jason Decuir says first up i...
Jun 02, 2020 Stuart Seeger / CC
Legislature passes legislation supporters claim will lower auto insurance rates
Legislation aimed at lowering auto insurance rates by enacting lawsuit reform is headed to the Governor's desk. Bill sponsor River Ridge Senator Kirk Talbot says the bill brings our legal climate in l...
Jun 01, 2020
Medical marijuana bill with loosened restrictions heads to Governor's desk
Legislation allowing any patient with a debilitating condition to receive medical marijuana from any state licensed doctor is headed to the governor's desk. The bill's author Stonewall Rep. Larry Bagl...
Jun 01, 2020 Mark / CC
First of two bills needed for fantasy sports authorization passes the Legislature
A bill that sets up the regulations so Louisiana residents can participate in online fantasy sports contests for cash prizes is headed to the governor's desk. Fairness for Fantasy Sports spokesperson ...
Jun 01, 2020 Kate Brady / CC
GOHSEP says hurricane prep plans will be altered due to COVID-19
Today marks the official start of the 2020 hurricane season and the Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness wants you to get prepared for a projected busy season. GOHSEP spok...
Jun 01, 2020
Legislation aimed at lowering auto insurance rates expected to pass the Legislature today
Tort reform legislation that supporters say will lower auto insurance rates is expected to be sent to the Governor Monday as the regular session comes to a close. Governor Edwards is not in favor of t...
Jun 01, 2020
