Lafayette Representative Josh Carlson withdrew his legislation to move Louisiana to a centralized sales tax system. He brought the bill because he says it’s difficult for small business owners to deal with multiple tax collectors. Monroe Representative Michael Echols told Carlson that when he brings his bill back up for another vote, there needs to be a mechanism in the legislation to make sure local governments do not lose out on revenue in a state operated system.
Cut 6 (08) “…from these collections.”
Insurance brokers are urging homeowners to consider a fortified roof. Beth Swanson, an analyst with insurance comparison website The Zebra, says beginning July 1st, insurers will be required to give discounts for homes with fortified roofs; and depending on where you live and the level of fortification, those discounts can be substantial and if your roof doesn’t rise to the level of basic fortification, you may still get a discount on your homeowners insurance.
Cut 8 (09) “…policy for that.”
Entergy Louisiana has reached an agreement with Meta to build seven new natural gas-powered plants, plus new transmission lines and nuclear power updates. There are concerns that the large amount of power Meta’s data center coming to Richland Parish will need will raise rates for utility customers. Entergy President Phillip May says that won’t be the case, and the technology giant is taking steps to make sure low income individuals can pay their bills.
Cut 11 (14) “…provide them assistance.”
Saints head coach Kellen Moore spoke to the media at the 2026 NFL owners meeting yesterday, addressing Alvin Kamara’s future for the first time since New Orleans signed Travis Etienne (AY-chan). Moore says he expects Kamara to remain in the running back room in 2026 and believes the entire group of backs can complement each other well.