The House overwhelmingly voted for a measure that would remove the current restrictions on the state’s name, image, and likeness law. Crowley Representative John Stefanski says the measures would allow universities and their employees to participate in NIL deals, which allows student-athletes to receive endorsement money
It’s one vote in the Senate away from reaching the governor’s desk
Senate Transportation made the decision to defer Breaux Bridge Representative Mike Huval’s bill to ban handheld cellphone use while driving. The greatest concern for lawmakers continues to be the possible overreach by law enforcement that the ban could enable. Huval tried to allay that concern.
Cut 6 (08) “…to stop people.” PM
The vote to defer was a close one at 4 to 3.
Louisiana’s bond rating – a main barometer of how much the state pays in interest on money borrowed – has been upgraded for the first time in nearly seven years. Moody’s Investor Service last week upgraded the state from an Aa2 rating to Aa3. State Treasurer John Schroder says that upgrade will mean significant savings to the state (and taxpayers) in interest paid…:
Cut 3 (08) “…pretty big deal.” AM
A bill making it legal for Louisiana sportsmen (and women) to catch a catfish with their bare hands has been sent to Governor Edwards’ desk. The bill is authored by Jonesboro Representative Jack McFarland. He says the sport is catching on in Louisiana and his legislation assures folks can do it without running afoul of Wildlife & Fisheries agents…
Cut 9 and noodle a catfish. AM