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Senate Bill 2, a proposed constitutional amendment, would replace the current list of 14 violent crimes—such as murder and rape—eligible for adult prosecution with broader language allowing the legislature to designate any crime as eligible.
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During a Senate Judiciary C Committee hearing, Barrow cast the sole dissenting vote against Senate Bill 2, allowing lawmakers to broaden the crimes for which youth aged 14 to 16 could face adult prison sentences.
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BATON ROUGE, La. — A contentious proposal to impose sales taxes on 41 services has hit a wall in the Louisiana House of Representatives, delaying its progress until next week. The measure, a cornerstone of the state’s ambitious tax reform package, faces mounting criticism from lobbyists and lawmakers, raising questions
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BATON ROUGE, La. — Louisiana’s working families could face higher costs on essential services under Governor Jeff Landry's new tax plan, lawmakers warned Wednesday. The proposal, which aims to broaden sales taxes on services like home repairs and car maintenance, met strong opposition from House Democrats, who argued
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NEW ORLEANS — Louisiana is moving closer to adding a 4.5% tax on digital streaming services like Netflix and Disney+, following a vote Monday by a House committee to advance the proposal to the full House. The measure, part of Governor Jeff Landry’s extensive tax reform plan, seeks to
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The judge’s order does not cover the entire state, only those specific districts and the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE),” Murrill clarified. “BESE does not control all local boards, so the ruling is limited in scope.
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The plan, which targets several credits, has drawn significant backlash from developers and industry advocates who argue these incentives are vital for economic growth and job creation across the state.
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The Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana (PAR) presented findings indicating the proposal would most benefit lower-income residents. “The largest percentage reductions in income tax occur at the lower income levels,” said Stephen Procopio of PAR.
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In an effort to make Louisiana's roof fortification grants more accessible, Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple is contemplating a targeted approach for low- and moderate-income households. This proposed shift in focus marks a significant change in the grant program, which has previously operated without income restrictions since its inception
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BATON ROUGE, La. – With an eye on revitalizing Louisiana’s economy, Gov. Jeff Landry has announced a special legislative session to tackle comprehensive tax reform. The governor’s office highlighted the session’s mission to address the state’s outdated tax system and foster economic growth to benefit residents and
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Local civil rights leaders condemned Swaggart’s remarks. Reverend Fred Thompson stated, “Pastor Swaggart’s comments are a blatant attack on our dignity and intelligence,” emphasizing their role in perpetuating harmful stereotypes and undermining Black voters' political agency in Louisiana.
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At the heart of the proposal is a shift to a 3% flat income tax and new sales taxes on services like property repair, landscaping, massages, and digital streaming.
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Despite low vaccination rates in Louisiana, many bills to limit vaccine requirements have failed. Dozens of proposals from ultra-conservative lawmakers have died in the Legislature since the pandemic began, but many are preparing for another push, indicating the debate is far from over.
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BATON ROUGE, La. – Residents and businesses in eight Louisiana parishes impacted by Hurricane Francine can now apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) to help recover lost income due to the storm. The Louisiana Workforce Commission (LWC) is accepting applications from those whose employment or self-employment was disrupted as a direct
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BATON ROUGE, La. – Governor Jeff Landry announced on Tuesday that the White House has granted Louisiana a major disaster declaration in the wake of Hurricane Francine. This declaration enables the state to access federal assistance, including temporary housing, home repairs, and low-cost loans to aid recovery efforts. The hurricane primarily
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BATON ROUGE, La. — Southeast Louisiana is grappling with widespread power outages after Hurricane Francine, which knocked out electricity to more than 390,000 homes and businesses. The storm landed in Terrebonne Parish late Wednesday afternoon, bringing fierce winds and torrential rain to an already storm-weary region. Francine, initially classified as