A vote on a healthcare bill co-sponsored by Bill Cassidy is expected in the Senate today. He says under his plan, instead of insurance companies deciding how patients’ are treated, money would go to taxpayers’ health savings accounts and they would be in control of how money is spent on their health care.
Cut 6 (10) “…an Obamacare policy.”
Cassidy says his plan has the support of some Democrats. He needs seven to advance the bill.
There’s optimism among small businesses says State Director of the National Federation of Independent Business, Leah Long. She says positives in 2025 include making the 20% small business deduction permanent and the state’s action on insurance reform. In 2026, she would like to see state lawmakers continue to work on lawsuit abuse.
Cut 9 (09) “…those employers too.”
Requirements for unemployment insurance benefits are increasing. Beginning January 4th, claimants must complete five work-search activities per week, up from three. Robert Wooley with Louisiana Works says there are also new rules that if broken could cause a person to lose their unemployment benefits.
Cut 15 (09) “…lose your benefit.”
The Jena High School football team is preparing for its first ever state championship game appearance. Jena is 13-and-0 and the top seed in Division Two non-select. Coach Jay Roark says he’s proud of how the defense improved throughout the season.
Cut 11 (12) “…and getting better.”
The Giants will face defending champion Sterlington Friday afternoon at 3:30.