Georgia Suspends Taxes on Gas, Should Louisiana Do That?
Gas is over .30 cents cheaper in Georgia this morning, should Louisiana driver's be allowed to get a break at the pump too? How much would that really cost?
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2,600 Violations for Louisiana's Imported Shrimp Law Yet No Fines
Laws on the books to protect Louisiana's Shrimping industry are not being enforced and we should all be asking why.
Louisiana 3rd Graders Will Likely Have New Literacy Testing
Senator Mizell believes that improving children's ability to read can spawn much better outcomes in the child's later life.
Louisiana to Study High-Speed Chases, Essential or Claiming Lives Unnecessarily?
A new task force has been formed to look into high-speed chases.
Louisiana Gun Owners Could Qualify for $500 Tax Credits
New legislation, if passed, could put extra tax savings in the pockets of responsible gun owners in Louisiana. See if you qualify.
Louisiana Legislature Kills Their Own Pay Raise After Outrage Over Teacher Pay
It would appear that while teachers may yet get a pay raise, legislators are stuck with their current salary, per diem, and other benefits.
Increasing Louisiana's Minimum Wage - It's Not Dead Yet
A surprising turn of events at yesterday's meetings in the Louisiana Legislature might results in higher compensation for Louisiana workers.
Rape, Incest Exceptions to Louisiana’s Abortion Ban Fail in House Committee
The bill would have added exceptions for rape and incest to Louisiana's abortion law, which is one of the strictest in the nation.
Legislature Acts on Louisiana Minimum Wage Increase
Louisiana lawmakers have voted on a proposed increase in the state's minimum hourly wage.
238% Pay Increase For Louisiana Legislators Moving Forward
An enormous pay raise for Louisiana legislators has cleared its first hurdle in the Louisiana House of Representatives.
Louisiana Recreational Marijuana Legislation 'Nipped in the Bud'
The legislation's author calls the procedural move to defer her recreational marijuana bill "fearmongering".
The End of Louisiana’s Income Tax? Debate Begins Today
Could the days of a Louisiana Income Tax be numbered? Debate on the best way to phase out the state's income tax begins in the Louisiana Legislature today.