Attorney General Jeff Landry’s campaign finance reports pushes him to the front of the governor’s race with $6.3 million. Political Analyst Bernie Pinsonat says Schroder is in a close second with $2.4 million, however…
Landry’s finances and endorsements make him the frontrunner in the race.
A resolution to create a Task Force to review protocols and safety for officers involved in high-speed police pursuits was approved today by Senate Committee. Port Allen Senator Caleb Kleinpeter says many law enforcement officers agree guidelines are needed to set policies for chases.
Members of the Dunn and Gill family attended the meeting. The measure now goes to the Senate Floor for approval.
The statewide clean-up initiative – Keep Louisiana Beautiful – is off to a trashy start as residents connect to beautify and show love for the boot this week. Keep Louisiana Beautiful spokesperson Melissa Kenyon says the number of participants will more than triple last year’s numbers which means more trash.
Kenyon encourages everyone to recycle or place trash in its proper place. Polluting is a danger to the environment.
The Senate Judiciary C Committee approves legislation that increases the penalties for individuals convicted of producing drugs containing fentanyl. Slidell Senator Sharon Hewitt says the current penalty of 5 to 15 years in prison is not enough
Cut 9 (11) “….your first conviction”
The measure heads to the Senate floor for more discussion.