The House has passed a bill that would ban the use of handheld cell phones while driving, except in emergencies. The vote on Slidell Republican Brian Glorioso’s bill was 71-to-28. Glorioso’s bill has the support of several Democrats, including Jason Hughes of New Orleans.

Cut 13 (09)  “…they were distracted.”

Not all of Glorioso’s fellow Republicans are on board with his bill, however. Mike Bayham of Chalmette says a hand-held cell phone ban will disproportionately affect a certain group of people.

Cut 14 (12) “…don’t have Bluetooth.”

Last year, a similar bill failed by almost the exact same margin, 71-to-22. The bill now moves to the Senate

National Democrats are reportedly urging former Governor John Bel Edwards to run for Senate in 2026.

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

South Louisiana is not out of the woods yet with heavy rains. A flood watch remains in effect for South Louisiana through tomorrow. Some areas got pummeled over the last 24 hours; parts of Beauregard Parish got upwards of nine inches of rain.