A House committee has put the brakes on a measure that would allow a private company to scan motorists license plates in an effort to catch those who are driving without insurance or using a stolen vehicle. The Senate approved bill didn’t get enough votes in the House Criminal Justice committee, because of concerns over data privacy and other issues.

The House Education committee supports legislation that would allow public school students to attend any school in their district, provided that there is room at that school. Associate Executive Director of the Louisiana Association of School Superintendents, Donald Songy, says principals usually don’t know their capacity until the school year begins and wonders how many students would be able to switch schools…
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Currently students who attend “D” or “F” graded schools can attend another school in their district.

A measure that would broaden the state’s anti-discrimination laws to include LGBT individuals and people with disabilities is waiting for debate on the Senate floor. New Orleans Senator JP Morrell says if you protect one group from discrimination, you should protect everyone…
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The bill passed out of committee on a two-to-one vote.

Legislation that calls on Louisiana to enforce surrogacy contracts is close to final legislative passage…
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