Republican lawmakers are confident the Congressional District map they approved in February is compliant with federal and state laws, despite a federal judge ordering the Legislature to redraw the map because it does not have two majority-Black congressional districts. Senate Governmental Affairs Chairwoman Sharon Hewitt…
Governor Edwards has issued the call for a special session to begin on June 15th for legislators to redraw a Congressional district map.
New Orleans Representative Royce Duplessis’ bill that limits the release of mugshots of those accused, but not convicted, of certain nonviolent crimes is headed to the governor’s desk. Duplessis says booking photos are highly prejudicial and once out in public, can’t be taken back. He says in most cases they serve no purpose.
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After the recent mass shooting at a school in Uvalde, Texas, State Education Superintendent Cade Brumley says there have been talks between him and about 100 education leaders from school systems statewide. Brumley says an important step is for faculty and staff is to harbor trust between themselves and the student body…:
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In addition to normal camp activities, nine-to-12-year old’s who attend city-sponsored camps in Lafayette this week will also be trained on how to respond to an active shooter. Lafayette Police Corporal Matthew Benoit says it’s a growing concern that can’t be ignored.
The presentation covers topics like what to do if you come across a gun and what to do in any violent situation.