The Senate Health and Welfare Committee has advanced a bill that would ban fluoride in drinking water. The bill was written by Houma Republican Mike Fesi, who echoed Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in saying that fluoride is poison.
Cut 12 (12) “…into our water.”
Opponents, however, say fluoride has proven to be beneficial when used at the right concentration. Baton Rouge pediatric dentist Dr. Robert Delarosa says when fluoride is added to drinking water at the recommended limit of point-seven milligrams per liter, it is an important tool to fight tooth decay.
The vote was six to three in favor of the bill and heads to the Senate floor for more discussion.
The full Senate has approved legislation cracking down on “left-lane camping,” the act of lingering in the passing lane. Alexandria Senator Jay Luneau hailed it as “the most important bill of the session,” asserting it would ease traffic flow and reduce road rage.
The Senate approved the bill on a 35-3 vote. It now heads to the House for further consideration.
The state’s largest music festival is underway. The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival runs from today through Sunday this week and next week. Producer and Director Quint Davis says it’s a never-ending celebration of music.
This year, Louisiana residents get a discount on their admission tickets.