Louisiana Politics

New law: Sex offenders must list status on Facebook, other social media

By CNN News Wire
A new Louisiana law requires sex offenders and child predators to state their criminal status on their Facebook or other social networking page, with the law's author saying the bill is the first of its kind in the nation.

Lawmakers possibly headed to special session

By Rhett Guillot
Lawmakers could soon have to head back to the State Capitol for a special session in an attempt to override Governor Jindal's vetoes. Notification letters were sent out to lawmakers today. The session is set for July 14.

Treasurer's office hit by budget cuts

By Andrew Capasso
Governor Bobby Jindal has vetoed several items of the state's budget, one of them taking more than $550,000 from Treasurer John Kennedy's office.
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Group looks to recall Jindal due to new education plan

By Andrew Capasso
Over the weekend, organizers were out collecting the necessary signatures in an effort to recall Governor Bobby Jindal and House Speaker Chuck Kleckley.

866 bills now found on Louisiana law books

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 866 bills.

817 new laws on the books so far

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 817 bills.

Director, kids still want summer camp at MLK community center

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By Alex Deiro
For those hoping to provide a summer camp for the kids of north Baton Rouge, the metro city council's decision to not provide the group with funding was disappointing to say the least.
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Lafayette congressman wants to dredge ports

By Jason Newton
A Louisiana congressman stopped by NBC33 Studios today, talking about his efforts to help commerce continue flowing out of our local ports.

Holden officially running for reelection

By Alex Deiro - Reporter
It's official - Democratic Mayor Kip Holden is once again seeking reelection. The Mayor-President was greeted by supporters this morning as he promised to continue leading the city in the same direction.

New law to expands in-state tuition eligibility for members of military

By Governor's Office
Governor Bobby Jindal signed legislation to expand eligibility for members of the military to receive in-state tuition at Louisiana colleges and universities. The legislation – HB 435 by Rep.

New appointments made to the LSU Board of Supervisors

By Governor's Office
Governor Bobby Jindal announced appointments to the Louisiana State University Board of Supervisors.

Governor Jindal signs bills to 'protect life'

By Governor's Office
Governor Bobby Jindal signed two new laws today to protect the sanctity of human life. The bills – SB 330 by Sen. Rick Ward and SB 708 by Sen. Sharon Broome – are part of the Governor’s 2012 legislative package.

Bills to enhance ethics enforcement signed into law

By Governor's Office
Governor Bobby Jindal signed three bills today to enhance the state’s system for administering and enforcing ethics rules and campaign finance laws.

New laws signed to restrict sex offenders access to public libraries

By Governor's Office
Governor Bobby Jindal signed a law today to restrict access to public libraries for certain sex offenders. The bill – SB 753 – is part of the Governor’s 2012 legislative package.
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Teachers file lawsuit against Governor’s education reform bills

By Alex Deiro - Reporter
Those opposed to the education reform plan proposed during the 2012 Legislative session are taking their fight to the steps of the state courthouse.