Louisiana Rep Hosting Gun Raffle Supporting Constitutional Carry BillThe raffle is being held to raise awareness of HB 16 which supports the "Constitutional Carry" of concealed weapons in Louisiana. Bruce Mikells
New State Motto Proposed for LouisianaThe proposed legislation would change the state's current motto, "Union, Justice, Confidence" which has been in use for decades. Bruce Mikells
Louisiana Considers Doing Away With Concealed Carry PermitsGun owners would have to go through instruction and pay a five-year or a lifetime license fee for the right to carry a concealed weapon without a permit. Bruce Mikells
Louisiana Lawmakers Approve Fantasy Sports RegulationsTwo key committees have approved the rules and regulations that fantasy sports bettors will have to follow. Bruce Mikells
GOP Leaders Respond to Governor Edwards’ Petition RemarksThe Speaker of the House says the confusion over the validity of a petition that would change COVID mandates is not the fault of the legislature. Bruce Mikells
Legislature Votes to Limit Governor’s Health Emergency PowersThe measure will now go to the Governor's desk for his signature. Don't hold your breath waiting for that to happen though. Bruce Mikells
Governor Edwards Likely to Veto Bills that Curtail His AuthorityThe Governor clapped back at legislators who have proposed a plan to limit his authority during a health emergency. Bruce Mikells
$250 Hazard Pay for Louisiana Workers Nears PassageThe $250 hazardous pay stipend would be sent to Louisiana's frontline workers who meet certain requirements. Bruce Mikells
Louisiana Lawmakers Debate Support for State’s Gaming IndustryLouisiana lawmakers debate the real cost of offering tax-free promotional play to the state's gaming industry. Bruce Mikells
Louisiana Contemplates Hazard Bonus for Front-line WorkersLouisiana lawmakers want to put $250 in the pockets of front-line workers who stayed on the job during the height of the pandemic. Bruce Mikells
Fantasy Sports Taxation Plan Heads for Louisiana HouseThe Louisiana House is set to debate tax rates for online fantasy sports after the measure was approved by a House committee yesterday. Bruce Mikells
Sports Betting Likely to Appear on Louisiana Ballot in NovemberIt appears likely that Louisiana voters will get the chance to approve or disapprove sports wagering as a ballot initiative this Fall. Bruce Mikells