A bill that would make breaking into someone’s home when no one is home a crime of violence has received approval in the House Criminal Justice Committee. Kenner Representative Debbie Villio says her house was broken into and the perpetrator left a knife on her bed and stole her gun…
cut 6 (10) “….a property crime”
But Criminal defense attorneys say a violent act is not committed when a burglary occurs at inhabited dwelling.

Legislation to keep nonspecific murder ballad lyrics from being submitted as evidence in a criminal trial advances from House Criminal Justice. Houma Representative and attorney, Tanner Magee wants to preserve artistic expression but at the same time recognize that one might describe an actual murder in a song.
Cut 8 (08) “…come in.”
The measure heads to the House floor for more discussion.

The House Education Committee has approved legislation that would create the Louisiana National Guard Patriot Scholarship Program.
Cut 11 (10) “…the tuition.”
Vacherie Representative Ken Brass filed the bill as a result of rising fees that college students have to pay.

The Louisiana Highway Safety Commission initiative – “Buckle Up in Your Truck” aimed at saving the lives of pick-up truck drivers kicks off tomorrow and runs through the 29th. Spokesperson Greg Fischer says the state’s seat belt law will be enforced.
Cut 14 (10) “…their seatbelts.”
In 2021, 144 pickup truck riders in Louisiana died in crashes and 66% were not wearing seat belts according to the latest available data.