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Louisiana’s Economic Snapshot – July 2011

By Robert Ross
07/19/2011
Louisiana’s friendly tax climate and steady economic growth have allowed the state to navigate through fragile economic times, but unfunded pension liabilities and a former budget shortfall pose problems for Louisiana’s future.

TAGS: Economic Growth, Economic Snapshot, Pension Liabilties, Unemployment

Plan To Clear Unfunded Liabilities Passes House Comfortably

By Kevin Mooney
06/07/2011
Rep. Kevin Pearson's retirement reform bill passed the Louisiana House by a comfortable, bipartisan margin on Monday. His legislation provides for a readjustment of the final average compensation (FAC) for state employees that would be used to pay down unfunded accrued liabilities.

TAGS: Gov. Bobby Jindal, Pension Liabilties, Rep. Kevin Pearson, Retirement, UAl

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Crime In Louisiana: Analyzing the Data


This year, disturbing reports of increased crime have dominated the news, both in Louisiana and nationally. Crime is a serious issue that demands thoughtful solutions to deter criminal behavior and promote public safety. They should be guided by data and evidence, not anecdotes. That’s why Pelican set out to review and better understand the underlying...

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