The centerpiece of Governor John Bel Edwards’ plan to overhaul Louisiana’s tax code is expected to be filed today. The measure has been referred to as a gross receipts or Commercial Activity Tax. Publisher of la-politics-dot-com, Jeremy Alford, says there’s very little support for this new tax on businesses…:
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He says the plan came out of left field for most which is why he feels the governor faces an uphill battle.

Baton Rouge Representative Steve Carter is pushing for 18-wheelers to be required to drive at least 10 miles lower than the posted speed limit on Interstates. He says his bill is all about safety..:
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This law would also pertain to school buses and tractor trailers.

Ochsner Cancer Institute in Jefferson Parish is giving Louisiana cancer patients new hope through its Precision Cancer Therapies Program. Halen Doughty has more…:
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The LSU gymnastics team closed out a historic season with an impressive comeback to finish second at the NCAA Championships. The Tigers posted the second highest score at a title meet in school history.