On Sunday, the Senate Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Committee starts hearing the parts of Governor Landry’s tax reform proposal that have passed in the House. Chairman Franklin Foil says that includes the measure that replaces the current income tax structure with a flat tax and a higher standard deduction.

Cut 9 (06)  “…income tax rate.”

As for making up for the loss of revenue, Landry has proposed imposing sales taxes on 41 services not being taxed. That measure has stalled in the House.

It’s now been three years since the signing of the bipartisan infrastructure law. Senator Bill Cassidy, who was one of 19 Republicans who joined all 50 Democrats in voting in favor of it, said in those three years, Louisiana has received ten-billion dollars…

Cut 3 (15) “…for airport improvements.” 

A Dequincy man is cited for alleged deer hunting violations that include dumping deer carcasses from a bridge in the Calcasieu Parish town of Starks. 62-year-old Ronald Owens was cited on four charges. Lieutenant Wendel Vaughn with the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says dumping carcasses improperly brings potential health and environmental issues.

Cut 16 (13) “….landfills.”

The Saints will try to win their second straight on Sunday as they host the Cleveland Browns. The defense put together a good performance last week in a win over Atlanta. Linebacker Demario Davis would like to see that again

Cut 13 (12)  “…improvement.”

No action at the State Capitol today, but the Senate Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Committee will hold a hearing Sunday to hear the House-approved bills that cut income taxes for individuals and there’s also tax cuts for businesses. Senate Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Chairman Franklin Foil says they will also hear measures that will raise tax revenues through sales taxes

Cut 11 (12) “…pay for it”

The special session must end on November 25^th.

A Dequincy man has been cited for alleged deer hunting violations that include dumping deer carcasses from a bridge in the Calcasieu Parish town of Starks.  LDWF Lt. Wendel Vaughn says 62-year-old Ronald Owens was cited for failing to tag deer and gross littering

Cut 15 (13) “…the carcasses there.”

Country music star and Baskin native, Lainey Wilson is performing two sold out shows at the Monroe Civic Center this weekend

Cut 2 (30) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

Today marks the three-year anniversary of the signing of the federal Infrastructure law that resulted in billions of dollars being allocated to highway projects, airports, broadband, power transmission and other transportation facilities. Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy is proud to be one of the lead authors of the legislation…

Cut 5 (10) “…economy for 2050”

On Sunday, the Senate Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Committee starts hearing the parts of Governor Landry’s tax reform proposal that have passed in the House. For now, it will not include a measure that expands the sales tax base. Committee Chairman Franklin Foil says they include services being taxed in other states.

Cut 10 (12) “…strategic about it.”

Today marks the third anniversary of the signing of the bipartisan infrastructure law. Senator Bill Cassidy, who was one of 19 Republicans who joined all 50 Democrats in voting in favor of it, said he recently announced more than 63-million dollars from the infrastructure law for railroad investments.

Cut 4 (14) “…62-mile network.”

Grammy-winning country music star and Baskin native Lainey Wilson is performing at the Monroe Civic Center this weekend. Discover West Monroe CEO Alana (ah-LANE-uh) Cooper says the arena typically hosts religious concerts or an upcoming rising star, and are thankful to have Wilson come back home.

Cut 8 (05) “…in the Country genre.”

The shows mark the final stop on her “Country’s Cool Again Tour” and promise to feature her chart-topping hits.

The LSU Tigers will try to end their two-game losing streak on Saturday afternoon when they visit the Florida Gators. Coach Brian Kelly says the team has had a good week of practice…

Cut 12 (07) “…got to be better.”

LSU’s defense has struggled the last six quarters and six turnovers by quarterback Garrett Nussmeier have also been a detriment.

On the flip side of the coin, the Saints will try to make it two in a row when they host the Cleveland Browns on Sunday. Kickoff at the Superdome is at noon.

The bipartisan infrastructure law turns three years old today. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate HELP Committee, responded to President Trump’s nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Secretary of HHS. Cassidy praised Kennedy’s focus on healthy foods and public health transparency, expressing interest in his broader policy positions and their alignment with a conservative, pro-American agenda.

Grammy-winning country music star and Baskin native, Lainey Wilson is performing two sold out shows at the Monroe Civic Center this weekend.   Discovery West Monroe CEO Alana Cooper says both sold out shows will host a total of over 12-thousand Wilson fans and that means the local economy will see a boost over the weekend as well.

Cut 7 (06) “…weekend to come in.”

The Ragin Cajuns can win a Sun Belt West title with a victory against South Alabama on Saturday. U-L Lafayette is 8-and-1 and Cajun fans believe their team should be ranked in the Top 25. But Coach Michael Desormeaux (Dez-er-mo) says that doesn’t matter when they line up against the Jaguars…

Cut 14 (07) “…come and win”

Kick off is at 6 PM.

On Sunday, the Senate Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Committee starts hearing the parts of Governor Landry’s tax reform proposal that have passed in the House. Chairman Franklin Foil says that includes the measure that replaces the current income tax structure with a flat tax and a higher standard deduction.

Cut 9 (06)  “…income tax rate.”

As for making up for the loss of revenue, Landry has proposed imposing sales taxes on 41 services not being taxed. That measure has stalled in the House.

Lainey Wilson, the Grammy-winning country music star and Baskin native, is performing at the Monroe Civic Center this weekend. These concerts are part of her “Country’s Cool Again Tour.”  Discovery West Monroe CEO Alana Cooper says she’s excited for the star’s return home.

Cut 6 (11) “…a little easier.”

The shows mark the final stop on her tour and promise to feature her chart-topping hits.

LSU looks to end its two-game losing streak on Saturday and keep alive its slim chance of playing in the SEC Championship game.

Cut 2 (31) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

Lawmakers delay a vote on a crucial sales tax bill within Governor Landry’s ambitious tax reform plan. The House did approve a bill making a temporary point-4-5-percent sales tax permanent and reducing it to point-4-0-percent, which is expected to generate $820 million annually. Analyst Bernie Pinsonat says that’s good news for taxpayers.

Cut 11 (07) “…good news for consumers.”

Landry has denied a lack of support, urging patience.

The Office of Motor Vehicles has reset all outstanding fees and fines to their original amounts. The office says some fees that went to the Office of Debt Recovery ended up spiraling out of control, beyond the control of the person owing it. All unresolved fees more than 180 days past due will be referred back to the ODR.

Today marks the third anniversary of the signing of the bipartisan infrastructure law. Senator Bill Cassidy, who was one of 19 Republicans who joined all 50 Democrats in voting in favor of it, said in those three years, Louisiana has received ten-billion dollars…

Cut 3 (15) “…for airport improvements.” 

Senator Cassidy says most recently, he announced more than 63-million dollars from the infrastructure law for railroad investments.

Louisiana Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain is set to visit the UK. While there, he will be promoting Louisiana spices, meeting with agricultural officials, and touring farms and other agricultural sites. Strain notes that the UK’s top export is:

Cut 7 (06) “…a few other things.”

If you owe a delinquent debt to the Office of Motor Vehicles, there’s relief in store for you. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (33) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

A 62-year-old man from DeQuincy is facing numerous charges after he allegedly dumped deer carcasses off a bridge in the town of Starks in Calcasieu Parish. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says Ronald Owens admitted dumping three deer carcasses and a feral hog carcass and also admitted to agents he did not tag two of the three deer he dumped.

Louisiana Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain will be in the United Kingdom for the next week…

Cut 9 (05) “…scientists”

Strain says they will take about bringing Louisiana spices to the UK.

The St. Tammany Collectors Con is tomorrow and Sunday at the Castine Center in Mandeville. Director Ben Robert (ro-bear) says they will have 150 vendors and special guests on hand…

Cut 15 (16) “….in Scream 3”

More information St-Tammany-Collectors-Con-dot-com.

Tonight and tomorrow night, Grammy award winner and last year’s Entertainer of the Year in country music, Lainey Wilson, will perform at the Monroe Civic Center. The sold out shows have brought additional visitors to Monroe to see the country music superstar from Baskin.