Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy has introduced bipartisan legislation to help families when it comes to paying for caregivers. The Lowering Costs for Caregivers Act allows families to use their tax-free health savings account to cover those expenses.
Currently, adult children cannot use their HSA account to cover expenses they incur on behalf of aging parents unless their parents are classified as dependents for tax purposes.
Linda Frickey’s family feels justice was served after 18-year-old John Honore was found guilty of second-degree murder by a unanimous jury on Monday. Honore was the driver in the horrific New Orleans carjacking that killed Frickey. Her sister-in-law, Kathy Richard says the guilty verdict doesn’t bring Linda back but it brings closure.
Sentencing is set for January.
Today is Giving Tuesday – and the Humane Society of Louisiana is in need of your help. Director Jeff Dorson says support is especially needed this time of year to provide food and warm shelter for vulnerable animals.
Cut 6 (12) “…public shelters.”
In light of recent house fire tragedies, The State Fire Marshall’s office reminds Louisianans about the importance of working smoke alarms and home heating safety The gave the following recommendations: Place space heaters 3-5 feet from objects like blankets, curtains and other combustibles. Plug all heating appliances directly into wall outlets, not power strips or extension cords. Avoid the using stoves or ovens to heat homes. Don’t overfill fireplaces or wood-burning stoves and ensure proper ventilation and Never leave candles, open flames, or space heaters unattended.