Another bill signing in Baton Rouge this morning, and this one will have a big name in attendance. Governor Landry will sign Senate Bill 14 late this morning – the so-called “Make America Healthy Again” bill – and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will be on hand to witness the moment. The bill’s author, Covington Secretary Patrick McMath, says Kennedy’s attendance shows that Louisiana is a leader in the Make America Healthy Again movement.
A new 24 week class of future Louisiana State Police Troopers has just begun but there are more on the way. Trooper Shelby Mayfield LSP offers competitive pay, benefits, a take-home vehicle and strong retirement options, and he says you start getting paid on your first day of training.
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Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple pushes for lawmakers to return for a special session on insurance reform. Sean Richardson has more.
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A performer for the Super Bowl halftime show has been arrested after for allegedly causing a disturbance during the performance back in Febrary. State police say the 41 year old performer allegedly broke from his role and ran across the field with a “Sudan and Free Gaza” flag. We’re told he surrendered to state police yesterday and was booked into the Orleans Parish Jail.