Minors seeking an abortion would need the signature of a parent with a photo ID under a proposal heading to the Senate floor. But Director of Education with the Louisiana Foundation against Sexual Assault, Jessie Nieblas says the extra requirement could impact teens.
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Despite opposition, the measure was approved by a Senate committee.
A House committee approves a bill that would lift the one year ban on receiving food stamps and welfare for released inmates convicted of drug-related felonies. Executive Director of the Louisiana Conference of Catholica Bishops, Rob Tasman supports the bill because they’re passionate about helping inmates return as citizens.
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The measure now heads to the House floor.
More couples than ever are fighting about politics since President Trump took office, according to a report from Wakefield Research. LSU Health clinical psychologist Michelle Moore advises potential couples to discuss their political views to avoid problems down the road.
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The survey finds one in 10 couples broke up over political disagreements.
Louisiana is the 47th healthiest state for seniors, after moving up three spots on an annual report from United Health Foundation. Advocacy Director for AARP Louisiana, Andrew Muhl says Louisiana can improve its ranking if lawmakers implement policy changes to get seniors the managed long term services they need.
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