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A survey by the National Retail Federation indicates 43 percent of shoppers will be purchasing clothes, which just barely beats out gift cards at 42 percent. NRF spokesperson Katherine Cullen says she expects plenty of shoppers will be spending money on experiences with dad.
NRF is expecting near record spending in honor of the holiday to the tune of $15.3 billion.
Louisiana officials back an effort to impose a five to ten cent inspection fee on all imported seafood. During an appearance on Talk Louisiana, Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser says past efforts and promises for help from the feds fell on deaf ears, but this time he’s expecting a better results, by bribing top officials from other states to support the move.
US Senator John Kennedy says he’ll draft an inspection fee bill soon.
Louisiana could feel the pinch as President Donald Trump issued a new round of tariffs today on China, worth 40 to 55 billion dollars in new penalties, and the Chinese responded with a threat of 50 billion in retaliatory tariffs. The escalating trade dispute could damage the Bayou State economy that relies on shipping, but US Congressman Steve Scalise says the People’s Republic needs to be pushed to trade fairly.
June 15th marks the beginning of open enrollment for the state’s Medicaid program known as Healthy Louisiana. Enrollment Services Manager Rebecca Harris says during this time window the over 1.5 million Louisiana residents on Medicaid have the opportunity to explore the five different coverage plans.
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The app is available for both Apple and Android devices. Open enrollment ends July 31st.