The state’s legislative auditor has completed a sexual harassment survey of thousands of state workers and concluded that the state should do a better job of educating its workers on the issue. Auditor Daryl Purpera says without a standard procedure the issue may continue.
Cut 9 (10) “that report”
Senators are working on legislation that would put in place anti-harassment training and policies.

The full House will debate a proposed spending plan Thursday that contains 648-million dollars in cuts. State Representative Patricia Smith says Democrats plan to vote against it, and they look forward to raising revenue in a special session…
cut 16 (10) “…for cuts”
House Republican Caucus leader Lance Harris says Thursday’s vote is just another step in the budgeting process.

The full House has approved legislation that gives residents a chance to vote on whether fantasy sports betting should be legal. Currently, fantasy sports websites like Draft Kings and Fan Duel do not allow Louisiana residents to play their contests. River Ridge Representative Kirk Talbot says his legislation legalizes it in parishes, if it’s approved by a majority of residents in November…
Cut 7 (10) “regulate it”
The measure still needs Senate approval.

A bill that puts into place statewide regulations regarding ride-sharing services like Lyft and Uber has received House approval. There was just one no vote and from Shreveport Representative Cedric Glover, who says the background check used to clear drivers is not reliable….
cut 13 (11) “…try anything”
The measure heads to the Senate for more discussion.