Over a dozen new laws will go into effect on January 1st. One of the more controversial bills going into effect is a bill that bans gender affirming care for trans minors in Louisiana. Governor John Bel Edwards called it an attack on transgender children and vetoed it, but the Legislature overrode the veto. Grant Parish Representative Gabe Firment wrote the legislation…
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The legislation is expected to face a legal challenge.

Governor-elect Jeff Landry takes office in eleven days and has yet to name a Transportation Secretary. Lapolitics-dot-com publisher Jeremy Alford says it’s a sought after position…
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Landry also has to name a new Economic Development Secretary and Natural Resources Secretary.

On January 1, 2024, the minimum wage will increase in 22 states, while in Louisiana it holds steady at $7.25 an hour…
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Looking for something to do on New Year’s Day. Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser recommends taking a hike in a State Park…
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