Lawmakers agree a special session will be needed this year due to the compressed regular session schedule resulting from COVID-19. The pandemic has hammered state finances and political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says many legislators are hoping the additional time will give the state more clarity on the budget.
The special session starts immediately after the regular session ends on June 1st.
Louisiana held no public memorial day ceremonies today to honor the fallen due to COVID-19 limits on gatherings, but Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Colonel Joey Strickland encourages the public to post photos of veterans that have sacrificed their lives for our country on the LDVA Facebook Page.
Louisiana Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell says the coronavirus pandemic further highlights the need for broadband internet in rural communities. The PSC does not regulate the internet, but Campbell believes the commission can contribute to streamlining the implementation of internet service.
Louisiana is in line to receive an estimated $600 million from the feds over the next decade to assist in that.
Cattle Producers of Louisiana CEO Dave Foster has some advice for those who’ve yet to start grilling today: make sure you build a good rub to avoid a bland experience….
Cut 8 (09) “…choice or better.”
If you haven’t bought your steak yet Foster recommends not settling for quality below choice.