A Tulane University study shows that grade school students can benefit from yoga classes to help them manage stress and anxiety. Kelley Ray has more…

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The legislative session is one month into it and lawmakers are nowhere close to passing any meaningful legislation. Political observers say the milk-toast session has had very little highlights so far. Jeremy Alford is the publisher of LaPolitics.com…

Alford says the main goal at this point is still to wrap up the regular session early, so they can immediately return in a special session to deal with the budget. But he says there doesn’t seem to be much urgency…

Cut 5  (10)  “fiscal session.”

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Speculation continues over who will run against Governor John Bel Edwards as we are 18 months out from the primary. Two Republicans have come to the forefront, U.S. Senator John Kennedy and U.S. Representive Ralph Abraham. Both say they are exploring the idea of running.

Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says based on what Kennedy has said in the last few months, indicates to him Kennedy will make a run for the Governor’s Mansion…

Cut 8 (10)  “gonna run.”

The Revenue Estimating Conference meets this morning to give an update on how big the revenue shortfall is for next fiscal year. Previous estimates put the deficit around a billion dollars, but Governor John Bel Edwards says it’s likely the R-E-C will recognize an additional 300-million dollars in revenues, because the state is collecting more income taxes as result of the federal tax overhaul…

Edwards says even if the shortfall is reduced to 700-million dollars, a special session is needed to pass a tax plan to fund critical priorities…

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US Senator John Kennedy says he’s seriously considering a run for governor next year. Michael Farrar spoke with pollster Bernie Pinsonat…

Cut 2 (29) “I’m Michael Farrar”

The legislative session is one month into it and lawmakers are nowhere close to passing any meaningful legislation. Political observers say the milk-toast session has had very little highlights so far. Jeremy Alford is the publisher of LaPolitics.com…

Cut 4  (11) “significance yet” 

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A Tulane study finds grade school students can benefit from yoga classes to help them manage stress and anxiety. Principal author Alessandra Bazzano (Ba-zon-no) says P.E. time has been reduced at schools nationwide, the study showed that students, no matter what age, need to be allowed other activities that take them out of the classroom…

Cut 12 (07) “it is.”

The Revenue Estimating Conference meets this morning to give an update on how big the revenue shortfall is for next fiscal year. Previous estimates put the deficit around a billion dollars, but Governor John Bel Edwards says it’s likely the R-E-C will recognize an additional 300-million dollars in revenues, because the state is collecting more income taxes as result of the federal tax overhaul…

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Are lawmakers on track to end the regular session early so they can address the fiscal cliff in a special session? Jeff Palermo spoke with a capitol observer…

Cut 1 (28) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

Speculation continues over who will run against Governor John Bel Edwards as we are 18 months out from the primary. Two Republicans have come to the forefront, U.S. Senator John Kennedy and U.S. Representative Ralph Abraham. Both say they are exploring the idea of running. Kennedy was asked about it Wednesday…

Cut 7 (12)  “more money.”

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A Tulane study finds grade school students can benefit from yoga classes to help them manage stress and anxiety. Principal author Alessandra Bazzano (Ba-zon-no) says the New Orleans based third grade class was picked for the study since it is a crucial time of transition for them when academic expectations increase…

Cut 11 (11) “those tests”

The state ethics board has cleared four louisiana state troopers who took an all-expense paid trip to Las Vegas while on their way to a police conference in California. The ethic’s board concluded Former head of state police Mike Edmonson instructed the men to stay at the pricy resorts in route to the convention.

Are lawmakers on track to end the regular session early so they can address the fiscal cliff in a special session? Jeff Palermo spoke with a capitol observer…

Cut 1 (28) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

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US Senator John Kennedy says he’s seriously considering a run for governor next year. Michael Farrar spoke with pollster Bernie Pinsonat…

Cut 2 (29) “I’m Michael Farrar”

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A Tulane University study shows that grade school students can benefit from yoga classes to help them manage stress and anxiety. Kelley Ray has more…

Cut 3 (30) “I’m Kelley Ray.”

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The legislative session is one month into it and lawmakers are nowhere close to passing any meaningful legislation. Political observers say the milk-toast session has had very little highlights so far. Jeremy Alford is the publisher of LaPolitics.com…

Cut 4  (11) “significance yet” 

Alford says the main goal at this point is still to wrap up the regular session early, so they can immediately return in a special session to deal with the budget. But he says there doesn’t seem to be much urgency…

Cut 5  (10)  “fiscal session.”

So will see any significant legislation pass in the regular session? Alford says the bills that will create new forms of gambling and loosen restrictions on the riverboat casinos are the most interesting to watch…

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No exact date has been suggested as to when the session should end.

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Speculation continues over who will run against Governor John Bel Edwards as we are 18 months out from the primary. Two Republicans have come to the forefront, U.S. Senator John Kennedy and U.S. Senator Ralph Abraham. Both say they are exploring the idea of running. Kennedy was asked about it Wednesday…

Cut 7 (12)  “more money.”

Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says based on what Kennedy has said in the last few months, indicates to him Kennedy will make a run for the Governor’s Mansion…

Cut 8 (10)  “gonna run.”

Pinsonat says in order for the Republican Party to solidify their stance in the Governor’s race, Kennedy needs to make his intentions known soon…

Cut 9 (12)  “a decision.”

Abraham has also been critical of Edwards and seems poised to start a campaign. But Pinsonat says if Kennedy decides to run, he’ll be the main GOP challenger…

Cut 10 (09) “raise money.”

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A Tulane study finds grade school students can benefit from yoga classes to help them manage stress and anxiety. Principal author Alessandra Bazzano (Ba-zon-no) says the New Orleans based third grade class was picked for the study since it is a crucial time of transition for them when academic expectations increase…

Cut 11 (11) “those tests”

Bazzano says P.E. time has been reduced at schools nationwide, the study showed that students, no matter what age, need to be allowed other activities that take them out of the classroom…

Cut 12 (07) “it is.”

Bazzano says more schools are participating in yoga sessions and their research finds it can improve a child’s well-being and emotional health…

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In Washington, the announcement of House Speaker Paul Ryan decision not to seek re-election has sparked debate over who might be the next Speaker. New Orleans area Congressman Steve Scalise’s name has popped up for consideration. Political analyst Clancy DuBos says if it were up to President Trump, Scalise would have the job.
Cut 4 (10) “will decide.”
Scalise told the Associated Press that now is not the time for people to talk about what titles they want.

The House Criminal Justice Committee voted down a bill seeking to end the death penalty in Louisiana. Bossier City Representative Raymond Crews says there needs to be severe consequences for first-degree murder and raping children under the age of 13….
cut 13 (10) “…to be expected”
The vote failed on a 10-8 vote, but a similiar bill is still alive in the Senate.

The House Criminal Justice Committee approves legislation that would allow fantasy sports players in Louisiana to collect money if they win contests hosted by groups like Fan Duel and Draft Kings. Gretna Representative Joseph Marino says each parish will have a chance to decide if they want to authorize fantasy sports wagering
Cut 9 (11) “its allowed”
Louisiana Baptist office spokesperson Doctor Will Hall says legalizing fantasy sports betting is an expansion of gambling and it will create more problem gamblers….
Cut 12 (12) “problem gambling”
The measure heads to the House floor for more debate.

Chicago has decided not to match the Saints offer for wide receiver Cameron Meredith, which means the free-agent will join the Black and Gold on a two-year deal worth 10 million dollars.

An effort to abolish the death penalty suffered a major defeat today as the House Criminal Justice Committee voted against legislation that would prohibit lethal injections in Louisiana. New Iberia Representative Terry Landry marched a dozen religious groups to testify in favor of his bill.
Cut 14 (08) “tough decisions”
But Bossier City Representative Raymond Crews didn’t agree with Landry’s bill, because he believes severe punishment should be on the books, if a person commits a first-degree murder or rape…
Cut 15 (11) “that are taken”
A similar bill is still alive in the senate, but if approved by the upper chamber, it would go before the same committee in the House.

Legislation to legalize fantasy sports betting in Louisiana is heading to the House floor. Jeff Palermo has the story….
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The state Senate unanimously approved legislation requiring public schools to display “In God We Trust” in their buildings. The proposal also calls for educators to teach students about the motto. Schools would be required to have the motto displayed by the 2019-2020 school year. The measure heads to the House next.

The announcement of House Speaker Paul Ryan’s decision not to seek re-election has sparked debate over who might be the next Speaker. Political analyst Clancy DuBos says Congressman Steve Scalise has as good a chance as anyone and that Louisiana would greatly benefit if he is House Speaker…

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Scalise told the Associated Press that now is not the time for people to talk about what titles they want.

Senator John Kennedy wants to hold Facebook and it’s CEO Mark Zuckerberg accountable for any breach in privacy. He is testifying before House Energy and Commerce Committee about a data breach by a data firm with ties to President Trump’s campaign.   Kennedy says any trust that those 87-million users placed in Facebook is gone…

Cut 6 (12)  “western hemisphere.”

The House Criminal Justice Committee voted down a bill seeking to end the death penalty in Louisiana. Bossier City Representative Raymond Crews says there needs to be severe consequences for first-degree murder and raping children under the age of 13….

Cut 13 (10) “be expected”

The House Criminal Justice Committee approves legislation on a 10 to 4 vote that would allow fantasy sports players in Louisiana to collect winnings if they win contests hosted by third party groups like Fan Duel and Draft Kings. If the bill is approved, Louisiana could tax businesses that organize fantasy sports contests. And the bill’s author, Kirk Talbot gave fellow Representative Barbara Norton advice, if she decides to draft a fantasy sports team….

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In Washington House Speaker Paul Ryan’s announcement that he will not seek re-election has sparked debate who will be the next House leader. Jim Shannon has more.
Voicer 1 (30) “I’m Jim Shannon”

The Advocate newspaper reports the state Ethics Board has cleared four State Police troopers who were disciplined for taking a side trip to Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon when they drove to a conference in San Diego. The ethics board says it was former State Police Superintendent Mike Edmonson who told them to make the over night stops.

The House Criminal Justice Committee approves legislation that would allow fantasy sports players in Louisiana to collect money if they win contests hosted by groups like Fan Duel and Draft Kings. Gretna Representative Joseph Marino says each parish will have a chance to decide if they want to authorize fantasy sports wagering
Cut 9 (11) “its allowed”
Louisiana Baptist office spokesperson Doctor Will Hall says legalizing fantasy sports betting is an expansion of gambling and it will create more problem gamblers….
Cut 12 (12) “problem gambling”
The measure heads to the House floor for more debate.

Not heading to the House floor is a bill that would abolish the death penalty, it was killed in the House Criminal Justice committee.

An effort to abolish the death penalty suffered a major defeat today as the House Criminal Justice Committee voted against legislation that would prohibit lethal injections in Louisiana. New Iberia Representative Terry Landry marched a dozen religious groups to testify in favor of his bill.
Cut 14 (08) “tough decisions”
But Bossier City Representative Raymond Crews didn’t agree with Landry’s bill, because he believes severe punishment should be on the books, if a person commits a first-degree murder or rape…
Cut 15 (11) “that are taken”
A similar bill is still alive in the senate, but if approved by the upper chamber, it would go before the same committee in the House.

Legislation to legalize fantasy sports betting in Louisiana is heading to the House floor. Jeff Palermo has the story….
Cut 2 (31) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

Republican Louisiana Senator John Kennedy has made national headlines for his harsh criticism of Facebook’s user agreement. Kennedy says the company needs to make it clear what information they collect and share…
cut 8 (11) “….Facebook punchbowl”

The House Criminal Justice Committee voted down a bill seeking to end the death penalty in Louisiana. Bossier City Representative Raymond Crews says there needs to be severe consequences for first-degree murder and raping children under the age of 13….
cut 13 (10) “…to be expected”
The vote failed on a 10-8 vote, but a similiar bill is still alive in the Senate.

On a 10-to-4 vote, the House Criminal Justice Commitee approved a bill that would give each parish the opportunity to decide if they want to legalize fantasy sports betting. It has Baton Rouge Representative Denise Marcelle’s support…
cut 11 (09) “…from them”
If approved, Louisiana would have the opportunity to tax the businesses that run fantasy sports contests like Fan Duel and Draft Kings.
A bill by New Orleans Democratic Senator Troy Carter to ban the sale of assault rifles to people under 21 was overwhelmingly defeated on the Senate floor. Carter believes his legislation is necessary as a result of the recent mass shootings. But Central Senator Bodie White says the bill is not strong enough to stop the bad guys, who want to cause a lot of harm….
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The vote was 26 to 9 against.
Louisiana U-S Senator John Kennedy says he does not want to regulate Facebook, but he’ll vote to do so, if the social media site doesn’t do more to make sure users personal data is protected. Kennedy also says it’s fine if Facebook is as a place to gain information, but it shouldn’t have political bias….
cut 7 (12) “…completely neutral”