louisiana state legislature

House Passes Major Tax Reform Bill Amid Medicaid Concerns

News Summary The House of Representatives voted to approve President Trump's tax reform bill, which includes significant cuts to Medicaid.…

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Louisiana Legislation Boosts Offshore Oil Revenue for Coastal Protection

News Summary A bipartisan bill passed in Congress aims to increase offshore oil revenue for Louisiana by $50 million annually…

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Concerns Arise Over Louisiana Ethics Legislation Changes

News Summary A Louisiana ethics board member has raised alarms over new legislative changes that could hinder the enforcement of…

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ExxonMobil Challenges Local Ordinance on Carbon Capture

News Summary ExxonMobil has filed a lawsuit against the Allen Parish Police Jury, seeking to invalidate an ordinance requiring additional…

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Delta Utilities Acquires Entergy’s Natural Gas Operations

News Summary Delta Utilities has completed its acquisition of Entergy's regulated natural gas operations for $484 million, impacting over 200,000…

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New Hands-Free Driving Law Takes Effect in Louisiana

News Summary Starting August 1, 2023, Louisiana implements a new law prohibiting handheld phone use while driving. House Bill 519…

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Louisiana Rural Healthcare Faces Serious Threats from New Bill

News Summary President Trump's proposed 'Big Beautiful Bill' has narrowly passed in the U.S. Senate, posing significant threats to rural…

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Louisiana Ethics Overhaul Sparks Controversy

News Summary La Koshia Roberts, the longest-serving member of the Louisiana Board of Ethics, has accused Governor Jeff Landry and…

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Concerns Rise Over Rural Hospital Funding Cuts in Louisiana

News Summary The U.S. Senate's recent approval of President Trump's budget, known as the 'Big Beautiful Bill,' raises significant concerns…

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Louisiana Governor Signs Major Tort Reform Bill

News Summary Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has enacted Senate Bill 231, aiming to reform the state's tort system by limiting…

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