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Study: Jindal's tax plan may actually improve the state's economy

By Jeanne Burns
So far, we've heard a lot from those opposed to Governor Jindal's proposed tax plan; however, a new study out this week says it will actually be good for Louisiana.

Early voting locations closed for Good Friday

By Department of State
Secretary of State Tom Schedler reminds Louisiana voters that Early Voting for the April 6th primary election continues through Saturday, March 30th, EXCLUDING FRIDAY, MARCH 29TH (Good Friday).

House Democrats: Seniors, local services to be hurt by Jindal's tax plan

By David Lippman
Democrats in the state legislature say the more they learn about Governor Jindal's tax plan, the less they like it.

Clergymen bring stats to Capitol to persuade Gov. Jindal to reconsider tax plan

By Alex Deiro
Dozens of pastors, priests and clergymen from across the state came together again to speak out against Governor Jindal's tax reform plan. This time they came with hard numbers.

Meth trail: No laws to enforce the cleaning of chemical exposure

By Samantha Morgan
One of the largest meth busts in East Baton Rouge Parish history occurred at a Baton Rouge condo on Monday, March 18. But what happens to the home

Lawmakers take a closer look at tax reform plan

By Alex Deiro
It's the bill Louisiana legislators have been waiting to see, the governor's proposed tax plan, all 95 pages of it.
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Appeal for state’s voucher program being heard in Louisiana Supreme Court

By WDSU
The Louisiana Supreme Court is hearing arguments for and against Governor Jindal's state voucher program.
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Jindal chides GOP's 'obsession with zeroes' in budget battles

By CNN Staff
The current Republican Party is distracted by the constant battles in Washington over the bloated federal debt, Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal told a gathering of conservative activists Friday.
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Jindal continues to reveal more details in tax reform plan

By Alex Deiro
Governor Bobby Jindal is doing his best to convince law makers on a list of tax reforms.

Gov. Jindal: ‘Tax reform is my top priority this session’

By Samantha Morgan
Governor Jindal presented more details regarding his proposed tax reform plan to a joint committee at the State Capitol this morning.

Louisiana Congressman Bill Cassidy speaks out on cancellation of White House tours

By Office of Bill Cassidy
Today, Congressman Bill Cassidy released the following statement on the Obama Administration announcing that scheduled and future public tours of the White House will not occur due to the sequestration cuts:

Tax reform recommendations could be critical for future of state’s revenue

By David Lippman
Tax reform is coming up for the state legislature for the first time in a few years, but any changes need to be meaningful.

Judge: Jindal’s teacher tenure revamp is illegal

By David D'Aquin
Baton Rouge Judge Michael Caldwell says Governor Bobby Jindal’s revamp of teacher tenure laws is illegal because it was included in legislation that had too many other items.

Gov. Jindal announces Legislative proposal to eliminate boards, commissions

By Governor's Office
Today, Governor Bobby Jindal announced a legislative proposal to eliminate numerous state boards and commissions that are inactive, can be absorbed by other existing boards or agencies, or have fulfilled their original mission.
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State leaders demand answers about unsecured hazardous chemicals

By David Lippman
The Louisiana State Police says a large stash of hazardous material near Shreveport is becoming more dangerous.