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Clean Sweep for Prison Reforms, But as Weakened Versions
While all five of the proposals out of the Sentencing Commission passed, the most controversial received [...]
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Back from the Dead! Debt Relief Amendment Gains Louisiana Approval
Achieving a highly improbable turnaround, Rep. Noble Ellington’s (R-Winnsboro) resolution for an [...]
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Louisiana Leads Charge Against Union Favoritism
Only four members of Louisiana's House of Representatives voted against legislation that blocks state [...]
Read moreAnti-Spending Measure Remains After Counter Measure Rescinded
Rep. Brett Geymann's anti-spending resolution remains in effect after a counter-measure from Rep. Erich [...]
Read moreDebt Relief Amendment Falters Amid Heated Debate
Despite smooth sailing in the House, the National Debt Relief Amendment came to an abrupt halt this [...]
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Government Mandated Union Favors Blocked Under Pending Legislation
Legislation that would preclude state government officials from mandating Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) [...]
Read moreAmazon Tax Passes House, Moves to the Senate
An expansion of state taxing powers - HB 641 - better known as the Amazon tax, passed the House today [...]
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Jindal-Backed Resolution Would Knock-Out Two-Thirds Anti-Spending Requirement
A Jindal-backed House resolution to reinstate one-time money to cover current budgetary expenses is up [...]
Read moreTactic Against Federal Debt Finds Overwhelming Support in Louisiana House
With not a single opponent, Louisiana’s House of Representatives has endorsed the National Debt Relief [...]
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