Louisiana
Pelican Institute Urges Support for SB 490: Protecting Louisiana Families from Rising Energy Costs While Powering Economic Growth
As Louisiana lawmakers and utility regulators convene today to address growing electricity demand and [...]
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Entergy’s New Mega-Deal: How Does It Measure Up to President Trump’s Ratepayer Protection Pledge?
Entergy Louisiana’s March 27 announcement of a dramatically expanded power agreement with Meta for the [...]
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Growing Louisiana’s Workforce: Why HB 680 Is Essential to “One Door to Work”
Louisiana stands at a pivotal moment. With tens of billions of dollars in new economic development [...]
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Louisiana’s Nursing Home Moratorium Is Protectionism
When the government makes it illegal to open new nursing homes or add beds where people need care, that [...]
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17,000 Students, One Clear Message: Fully Fund LA GATOR
Louisiana families have spoken—and they are demanding more educational opportunity. The latest [...]
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Shock to the System: What’s Driving Rising Electricity Costs in Louisiana
Louisiana families are seeing higher electricity bills, and the trend is accelerating. A new report from [...]
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A Guide to Louisiana’s May 2026 Constitutional Amendments
Constitutional amendments offer voters an opportunity to shape the fundamental rules of government. Some [...]
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Louisiana Constitutional Amendment 5: Extend Judicial Retirement Age?
The Pelican Institute is neutral on Constitutional Amendment 5, but it recommends voters weigh both [...]
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YES on Constitutional Amendment 4: Begin to End the Inventory Tax
The Pelican Institute recommends a YES vote on Constitutional Amendment 4. Sound tax policy should do two [...]
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