Term-limited Governor John Bel Edwards used his farewell address last night to highlight his accomplishments. In his last public appearance, Edwards says the state is in much better shape than it was eight years ago and the best evidence to support that statement is the state’s finances…
Cut 10 (12) “…two reserve accounts.”
Big battle in Congress over funding for Ukraine versus stronger immigration policies along the Southern border. House Speaker Mike Johnson and about 60 House Republicans visited the border in Texas and the Bossier Parish Republican told reporters its time for Senate Democrats and the President to impose new restrictions on asylum seekers…
Tyler Gray will serve as the next Secretary of the Department of Natural Resources. President of the Louisiana Oil & Gas Association Mike Moncla applauds Gray’s appointment because of his conservation background and experience with the Louisiana Mid-Continent’s Oil and Gas Association.
Moncla says Gray’s current position on the operations side with Placid Refining Company adds even more knowledge for the oversite of DNR.
Former Grambling State President Rick Gallot started the new year in his new position as President of the University of Louisiana System on Monday. Gallot believes his experience will benefit him as he advocates for resources on behalf of the 90 thousand students.
Gallot was offered the job on October 25th but Governor Elect Jeff Landry expressed concerns with the board’s decision to hire Gallot. Later, Landry decided to move forward with the contract.