City of Crowley Facing Cutbacks if Budget Isn't Passed SoonThe city could be operating on 50% of its current budget if a new budget isn't passed by September 1st. Bruce Mikells
Four Recreation Centers To Close In LafayetteThe announcement comes along with the elimination of 37 positions within the Parks and Recreation department in Lafayette.Jake
Chad Romero On The Myths About Simple Household BudgetsIt simply comes down to the 60-20-20 rule.Rob Kirkpatrick
Tax Votes Moved To Wednesday After House GridlockJust when we were told that the special tax session was gaining traction, legislators find a way to bring it to a screeching halt. Louisiana Network
Special Session Thaws; Reforms, Tax Packages To Be Heard SundayBaton Rouge Democratic Representative Ted James says after a week of haggling, the legislature is showing some signs of life.Louisiana Network
A Look Inside Budget Legislative Process W/ Taylor BarrasHouse Speaker Taylor Barras takes you behind the scenes of the legislative process, specifically in regards to the state budget's approval during the Special Legislative Session. Brandon Comeaux
The Budget Bill Is Approved- How Will This Affect La. Moving Forward?It took two sessions to pass what could have been done in one.Brandon Comeaux
Higher Ed Leaders Pleased With Results Of Legislative SessionLawmakers approved a budget that fully funds TOPS.Louisiana Network
Lawmakers Close To Reaching Budget AgreementThe House approved a spending plan that appropriates all of the available dollars, something they would not agree to do during the regular session. Louisiana Network
House Convenes Today To Restart Budget DiscussionsThe big debate over the budget came down to lawmakers arguing over how much, if any, of the revenue forecast to withhold in case of midyear cuts.Louisiana Network
Lawmakers Running Out Of Time To Come To An Agreement On $28 Billion Spending PlanIt looks like it will come down to an 11th-hour decision at the State Capitol...again. Louisiana Network
Senate Finance Approves Spending Plan For Next Fiscal YearThe Senate's version of the budget package does not include deep cuts to higher ed, prisons or DCFS.Louisiana Network