Governor Landry announced the suspension of the U.S. House races in light of the Supreme Court ruling on the congressional map. But absentee ballots have already been sent out, and early voting begins tomorrow. LaPolitics-dot-com publisher Jeremy Alford says the late delay is also adding more work for the secretary of state’s office and the local clerks of court.

Cut 16 (06) “…off the ballot.”

If any of the 32 former House candidates wish to continue their quest for Congress, they’re going to have to start all over again once a new map is adopted. That could make fundraising tricky, with several donors having already given the maximum amount allowed by law. Political strategist Lionel Rainey says if the Federal Elections Commission does not grant a waiver, that’s going to put them in a tough spot.

Cut 10 (07) “…they can raise.”

A House bill that would eliminate vehicle inspection stickers is nearing final passage, despite strong opposition from the businesses that conduct the inspections. Janice Aucion of Morgan City says she’s been inspecting vehicles for 26 years and told Senate Transportation that inspection stations keep unsafe vehicles off the road.

Cut 4 (14) “…that’s not obvious.”

Others say eliminating the stickers would result in more uninsured drivers on the roadways, but Office of Motor Vehicles Commissioner Bryan Adams says the state does not need inspection stations to help find uninsured motorists.

Cut 6 (09) “…all understood that.”

The bill heads to the Senate floor.