

'Contentious' bill on insurance debated in Senate
State Sen. Sen. Kirk Talbot said part of an insurance bill gives him “heartburn” and still needs work. (Photo by Elizabeth Garner / LSU...


House panel OKs $49.4 billion balanced budget
Chairman Jack McFarland led the House Appropriations Committee in crafting a bipartisan compromise on the state budget (Photo by Anna...


Tax cut bill passes House, but with a catch
State Rep. Julie Emerson proposed a bill that could lead to a further cut in state income tax rates. (Photo by Piper Hutchinson) BATON...


Parishes not allowed to vote on carbon well projects
State Rep. Charles Owen proposed a controversial bill on carbon sequestration projects. (Photo courtesy of the Louisiana House) BATON...


Insurance costs fight hits House floor
Gov. Jeff Landry is dueling with Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple over the best ways to lower insurance rates for consumers. (Photo by...