This is the Louisiana Radio Network Legislative Report, I’m Erik Piccoli…

A bill to allow a sexual assault victim, if requested, to receive a copy of their forensic medical exam is scheduled to be heard in the Louisiana Senate today. Bill Author, Franklinton Senator Beth Mizell says she was shocked to learn this was even an issue after hearing testimony from former LSU students who claimed they were sexually assaulted…
Cut 4 (10) “…her report.”

Another bill awaiting Senate floor debate is a measure that would require internet and cable providers to provide refunds to customers if they’ve experienced an outage for more than 24 hours following severe weather or a hurricane…
cut 7 (10) “…should not have to pay”
Baton Rouge Senator Cleo Fields says currently a customer needs to contact their cable or internet provider in order to receive a refund.

The proposal also puts cable and internet providers under the regulatory authority of the Public Service Commission.

Lauren Chauvin (Show-van), executive director of the Louisiana Internet and Television Association, says they do issue refunds and they oppose the bill…
Cut 9 (12) “…on our members.”

A bill staking New Orleans’ claim as the birthplace of Rock and Roll is headed to the house floor.
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I’m Erik Piccoli on the Louisiana Radio Network.