One of the nation’s strictest abortion ban remains in place. Brooke Thorington has more on the attempt to add exceptions in Louisiana…:

CUT 02(33)      “…Thorington.”

A Baton Rouge high school sports coach is under an arrest warrant; accused of sexually assaulting a student in a locker room. 41-year-old Johnnie Butler is also a reserve EBR sheriff’s deputy. He’s been forced from that job and has been on leave from the school ever since the alleged rape was reported. As of airtime, Butler had not been arrested.

A bill requiring a person found guilty in fatal DUI cases to pay restitution to the surviving children of the victim until they reach 18 passed out of the House Criminal Justice Committee. Speaking against the measure was Sarah Whittington of the Justice and Accountability Center of LA, who says this is a judicial matter; not a legislative matter…:

CUT 07(13)      “…would allow.”

The bill moves to the full House for debate.

Already approved by the House, a bill that would let you include your beloved pet’s cremated remains within your own casket moves out of a Senate committee. Monroe Senator Stewart Cathey questions bill sponsor and Minden Rep. Wayne McMahen about the need for the bill…:

CUT 14(04)      “…really.”

The bill does not allow for a pet’s actual physical remains; only ashes. It goes now to the Senate floor for what may be final passage.

Legislation that would require a drunk driver convicted of killing a parent to pay restitution to the victim’s child until they reach 18 was approved by the House Criminal Justice Committee today…:

CUT 01  (32)        “…Teiko Foxx.”

State Police are investigating a non-fatal officer-involved shooting early this morning in Bunkie. Details are sketchy as yet, but we do know it happened at around 2 am, and that the suspect was taken to a hospital for treatment. Troopers ask that anyone who may have seen what happened or even recorded it contact them right away.

Legislation banning the use of the social media app TikTok on any state-owned devices and state-owned or leased WIFI networks advances to the House floor. Marksville Representative Daryl Deshotel brings the bill, and says it’s a major security concern and should not be allowed on any phone or computer device at taxpayer expense…:

CUT 05(07)      “…funny video.”

The bill would also apply to state universities and colleges. If it passes, Louisiana will be the 34th state to ban TikTok.

Legislation to allow the cremated remains of a pet to be buried with a deceased person continues to make its way through the legislative process. The Senate Commerce Committee approved Minden Representative Wayne McMahen’s bill today…:

CUT 13(11)      “…buried together.”

Already passed by the House, the bill now heads to the Senate floor for what could be final passage.

Legislation to add exceptions for rape and incest to the state’s abortion ban failed in the House Criminal Justice Committee this morning. Katie Hunter Lowery with Louisiana Survivors for Reform testified about her own rape that she’s still processing. If she had become pregnant as a result, she said at least then she had the choice.

Cut 11 (14)  “…through violence.”

Lafayette OB/GYN Dr. Damon (cut-ah-hee) Cudihy spoke in opposition to the bill. He said it’s the rapist who should be subjected to the death penalty, not the unborn child, and that abortion doesn’t remove the trauma of rape.

Cut 12 (10) “…an abortion.” 

House Bill 346 failed to make it out of committee on a ten to five vote.

A bill requiring a person found guilty in a fatal DUI case to pay restitution to the surviving children of the victims until they reach 18 was approved by the House Criminal Justice Committee. Supporting the bill named in memory of her late husband, Shelby Strong says losing her husband Cody has affected her children

Cut 6 (10)  “…and drive.” 

House Bill 91 advances to the House floor for debate.

And legislation to ban the use of the social media app Tik Tok on any state-owned devices and state networks will advance to the House floor. Marksville Representative Daryl Deshotel says experts have found governmental information can be accessed through the app.

Cut 4 (10)  “…said yes.” 

The bill also would apply to state colleges and universities if the bill is enacted.

A bill to add the exceptions of rape and incest to the state’s abortion ban failed in House Criminal Justice Committee. Before a crowded room, Bill author New Orleans Representative Delisha Boyd told committee members her own mother was raped for years by someone almost twice her age and pregnant at 15.

Cut 9 (10) “….predator.”

There was emotional testimony for and against adding exceptions to the state’s abortion ban.

Debbie Melvin spoke in opposition to the bill. She says the act of abortion is yet another trauma rape victims would endure if they choose to end the pregnancy.

Cut 10 (09) “…to her.” 

House Bill 346 bill failed to make it out of committee on a ten to five vote.

A bill that would have barred ANYONE under 21 from entering a bar moves forward but with significant changes. Kevin Gallagher has more…

Cut 1 (34)  “I’m Kevin Gallagher.”

Legislation banning the use of the social media app Tik Tok on any state-owned devices and state-owned or leased WIFI networks has advanced to the House floor. Marksville Representative Daryl Deshotel says the app presents real security concerns.

Cut 3 (06) “….national intelligence.”

33 other states have already banned use on government-issued devices.

House Ways and Means approves legislation to increase taxes on vape products and electronic cigarettes, and the first $22 million of the increase will fund state trooper pay raises. The tax would increase from point-zero-5 per milliliter to 15-percent. State Police Superintendent Lamar Davis…

Cut 13 (07) “…them enough.” 

Franklinton Senator Beth Mizell has ditched her effort to pass legislation to prohibit anyone under the age of 21 from entering a bar. Mizell amended her bill so the measure now reads that if an 18 to 20-year-old is served alcohol, an establishment faces fines and could be sued if something tragic happens…

Cut 9 (10) “…do it illegally.”
The measure heads to the Senate floor.

The full House has approved a bill that prohibits the discussion of sexuality and gender identity in public school classrooms. Critics refer to it as the Don’t Say Gay Bill. Chalmette Representative Ray Garolfalo says teachers should only be teaching the basics…

Cut  16 (12) “…the students.” 

The House approved the bill on a 67-28 vote and it heads to the Senate.

A bill that would bar ANYONE under 21 from entering a bar moves forward but with significant changes. In its current form, bar owners would be accountable for bad acts done to or committed by underage patrons that they serve alcohol to. Lauren LeBlanc, godmother of 19-year-old Madison Brooks, the LSU student who died after an excessive night of drinking at a Tigerland bar testified in committee.

Cut 7 (11) “…consume alcohol.”

Under Franklinton Senator Beth Mizell’s amended bill, 18 to 20-year-olds could still enter bars and even work at a bar.

Cut 10 (09) “…choice they make.” 

The bill passed in committee and moves to the Senate floor.

The Louisiana House has approved legislation that would prohibit public school teachers from discussing sexual orientation and gender identity in the classroom. Former teacher and New Orleans Representative Candace Newell says prohibiting the discussion tells trans and gay students they don’t matter…

Cut 15 (10)  “…against them.”
Bill author, Haughton Representative Dodie Horton, says no one should talk to our kids about sensitive subjects without parental consent.

Former state representative and current First Assistant Secretary of State Nancy Landry of Lafayette joins the list of candidates running for Secretary of State. Landry says with a Presidential election next year, you need someone with the proper experience and knowledge to oversee the election….

Cut 6 (05)  “…and the experience.”
Mike Francis, Clay Schexnayder and Brandon Trosclair are also running for Secretary of State.

A bill prohibiting ANYONE under 21 from entering a bar moves forward but with significant changes. Kevin Gallagher has more…

Cut 1 (45)  “I’m Kevin Gallagher.”

In college baseball last night, second-ranked LSU pounded Northwestern State 14-4, LA Tech scored five in the seventh inning to beat the Cajuns 12 to 8 and McNeese defeated Nicholls seven to three.

The Louisiana House passed the “Don’t Say Gay” bill that would ban classroom discussions of gender identity and sexual orientation in public schools. The bill would also require transgender students to get parental consent for teachers to use pronouns matching their gender identity. Bill author Houghton Representative Dodie Horton…

Cut 14 (12)  “…this is.”

The bill advances to the upper chamber.

Former State Representative and top assistant to current Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin, Nancy Landry, announces her candidacy for Secretary of State. Landry says her goal is to place Louisiana at the top of the list for election integrity and replace outdated voting machines that have paper components in addition to electronic.

Cut 5 (09)   “…right now.”

Current Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin announced last month that he will not seek re-election.

The Louisiana House has approved legislation that would prohibit teachers in K-through-12 public schools from discussing sexuality and gender in classrooms. Former teacher and New Orleans Representative Candace Newell says prohibiting the discussion tells trans and gay students they don’t matter…
cut 15 (10) “…against them”
But the bill’s author, Haughton Representative Dodie Horton, says no one should talk to our kids about sensitive subjects without parental consent.

A bill that would result in thousands of dollars in fines for bars if they serve alcohol to patrons under the age of 21 is heading to the Senate floor. The measure would also make bars liable in civil court if a minor is served and then causes harm to themself or others. Lauren Leblanc, the godmother of Madison Brooks, a 19-year-old LSU student who died after a night of excessive drinking at a Tigerland bar says it’s time for lawmakers to crack down on bar owners…
cut 8 (09) “…..done for profit”

A bill that would raise taxes on vapor products and electronic cigarettes and use the first $22 million raised every year for State Police pay hikes was approved by the House Ways and Means Committee. Teiko Foxx has more.
Cut 2 (31) “…I’m Teiko Foxx.”

The House Appropriations Committee has approved legislation that prohibits the use of TikTok and related applications on computers and networks owned or leased by the state. Avoyelles Parish lawmaker Daryl Deshotel says Tiktok is a serious threat to the nation’s intelligence as security experts have stated the app tracks what users consume on the internet.

Franklinton Senator Beth Mizell has ditched her effort to pass legislation to prohibit anyone under the age of 21 from entering a bar. Mizell amended her bill so the measure now reads that if an 18 to 20-year-old is served alcohol, an establishment faces fines and could be sued if something tragic happens…
cut 9 (10) “….do it illegally”
The measure heads to the Senate floor.

The full House has approved a bill that prohibits the discussion of sexuality and gender identity in public school classrooms. Critics refer to it as the Don’t Say Gay Bill. But Chalmette Representative Ray Garolfalo says teachers should only be teaching the basics…
cut 16 (12) “….the students’
The House approved the bill on a 67-28 vote and it heads to the Senate.

Legislation is advancing that would give State Police Troopers a pay raise. State Police Superintendent Lamar Davis says it’s needed….
cut 12 (10) “…we pay”
The House Ways and Means Committee has approved legislation that increases taxes on vape products and electric cigarettes as a way to fund a pay raise for State Troopers. The bill heads to the House floor.

Former State Representative and current First Secretary of State, Nancy Landry, announces her candidacy for Secretary of State. Landry says her legislative experience and legal background make her the best candidate for the position.
Cut 4 (10) “…accurate elections.”
Landry is a Republican and there are other Republicans running, Mike Francis, Clay Schexnayder and Brandon Trosclair.