Louisiana Politics

150 bills signed into law so far for 2012 legislative session

By Governor's Office
Today, Governor Bobby Jindal announced he has signed bills passed by the Legislature into law, bringing the total number of bills signed for the 2012 Regular Legislative Session to 150 bills. HOUSE
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Concerns about new school district

By Jason Newton
Belinda Davis said $2 million a year isn't nearly enough to cover the retirement and health benefits for former teachers, should the Southeast Baton Rouge Community School System be created.
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State treasurer says Jindal administration doesn't listen to him

By Andrew Capasso
State Treasurer John Kennedy sent an angry open letter to Governor Jindal, saying it's time the administration started listening to him.
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DHH facing deep cuts, program eliminations

By Jason Newton
After $268 million of one-time funding was slashed out of the state's budget by fiscally conservative House members, the Department of Health and Hospitals is bracing for deep cuts once again.

Outstanding students selected to have opportunity to influence the future of the state

By Media Relations
Some of Louisiana's most outstanding students have been selected as new members of the Louisiana Legislative Youth Advisory Council (LYAC) and will work together over the next year in an effort to influence the legislative process and make
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State budget passes House

By Jason Newton
Members of the House are usually home on Fridays, but not today. They spent the entire day and most of the night debating billions of dollars that will eventually make up the state's operating budget.
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State budget talks hit stalemate

By Jason Newton
The proposed state budget comes in at $25 billion for the fiscal year starting in July, but if some conservative members of the House have their way, the grand total will come down by the close of session tomorrow.

Town hall meeting to be held today, main focus will be education

By Rhett Guillot
District 7 Councilwoman C. Denise Marcelle and State Representative Ted James are holding a town hall meeting today, Thursday, May 10, at 6:00 p.m. 
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Community meeting to discuss revitalization of the Northgate area

By Jason Newton
On Tuesday, May 8, a group from the Northgate Merchants Association and Councilwoman Tara Wicker came together to discuss the future of that area of Baton Rouge.

State treasurer looking to rid Louisiana of 'unnecessary' contracts

By Andrew Capasso
State Treasurer John Kennedy offered up a few plans he thinks could save the state up to a billion dollars.

Senator Vitter visits Capitol for Small Business Day

By Kris Cusanza
U.S. Senator David Vitter was in Baton Rouge today to talk to small business owners as a part of Small Business Day at the State Capitol. The goal is to connect Louisiana business owners with local elected officials.

District 1 to host monthly community meeting at Baker Municipal Center

By Samantha Morgan
On Tuesday, May 1, Metro Councilman Trea Welch has invited the community to attend a monthly meeting to voice opinions and share ideas or suggestions.

Sen. David Vitter to Speak at Inaugural Engineering Dean’s Lecture Series at LSU

By LSU Media Relations
On Monday, April 30, U.S. Sen. David Vitter will speak at the College of Engineering’s inaugural Dean’s Lecture Series at 1:00 p.m. in the Frank H. Walk Room, 140 ELab.

Livingston Parish moves forward with FEMA appeal

By Kris Cusanza
Livingston Parish is still moving forward with its appeal to FEMA. That’s to hopefully get reimbursed $54 million for debris clean up contracted after Hurricane Gustav.
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Operation Cease Fire finds funding

By Jason Newton
The East Baton Rouge Metro Council approved $150,000 to go toward enacting "Operation Cease Fire" in north Baton Rouge.