Anti-Spending Measure Remains After Counter Measure Rescinded

By Kevin Mooney

06/15/2011

Rep. Brett Geymann's anti-spending resolution remains in effect after a counter-measure from Rep. Erich Ponti (R-Baton Rouge) was withdrawn Tuesday. This means "one-time" money cannot be used to balance the budget without a 2/3 vote of approval from House lawmakers

TAGS: Gov. Bobby Jindal, Rep. Brett Geymann, Rep. Erich Ponti, spending, Tea Party

Jindal-Backed Resolution Would Knock-Out Two-Thirds Anti-Spending Requirement

By Kevin Mooney

06/08/2011

A Jindal-backed House resolution to reinstate one-time money to cover current budgetary expenses is up for debate today in the House.

TAGS: Gov. Bobby Jindal, one-time spending, Rep. Brett Geymann, Rep. Erich Ponti

Louisiana’s Comeback Agenda

Louisiana’s Comeback Agenda is a bold vision for policy change in Louisiana. Given our economic and cultural assets, Louisiana should be an economic powerhouse. This agenda is the roadmap for how we get there. It’s intended to serve as a guide for lawmakers, candidates, and community leaders to spark discussion and debate toward proven policies that will...

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