Lawmakers return to the state capitol tomorrow to begin a three-week redistricting session to redraw the political boundaries for the legislature, the U-S House, BESE, the Public Service Commission, and State Supreme Court. Public Affairs Research Council President Steven Procopio says some of the remapping work will be tricky…
Cut 13 (09) “…really, really tough.”
The session must end by the 20th.
When the regular session begins in March, Governor Edwards’ proposed teacher pay raises will be debated. Chairman of the Louisiana Republican Legislative Delegation, Blake Miguez says some of the funds that created a surplus won’t last forever and lawmakers are concerned about the use of one-time dollars.
A federal judge in Washington invalidates a Gulf of Mexico oil lease sale over environmental concerns. But Louisiana Oil and Gas Association President Mike Moncla says revenues from offshore oil and gas production help improve Louisiana’s environment…
Joe Burrow going to the Super Bowl, and he’s made a huge impact with the Joe Burrow Hunger Fund. LSU fans are challenged to donate the score of their favorite 2019 game or $84 for being the 84th Heisman winner. Cara Brook President of the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio says they’ve been able to unite forces with groups that get to the root of food insecurity.
Cut 12 (08) “…those investments.”
To donate visit JoeBurrowFund.org.