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The latest news and press releases from the Louisiana Governor’s Office, State Senators representing Districts 22 and 23, and Louisiana State Representatives representing Districts 43 and 49.

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End of 2024 Legislative Recap from Rep. Jacob Landry

Newsroom - June 21, 2024 1:40 pm

Shortly after concluding my time on the campaign trail, I wondered about what the first legislative session would look like.

Governor Landry Signs Education Plan into Law

Newsroom - June 19, 2024 6:13 pm

Today, surrounded by legislators, educators, school kids, and community leaders, Governor Jeff Landry signed into law monumental bills that will transform our education system and bring back common sense in our classrooms.

Governor Jeff Landry signs Act 311, additional pay for additional duties for educators

Newsroom - June 19, 2024 6:08 pm

Governor Jeff Landry signed Act 311 in the presence of Louisiana Association of Educators (LAE) State President Dr. Tia T. Mills, other LAE leaders, Senator Blake Miguez, sponsor of the bill, and other co-authors.

Louisiana House Unanimously Passed Rep. Butler’s HR 211

Karen Lagrange Cox - June 19, 2024 7:55 am

The Louisiana House of Representatives unanimously passed House Resolution (HR) 211, sponsored by Representative Rhonda Butler of District 38, on behalf of individuals with developmental disabilities (IDD) in emergency situations.

Landry Announces Appointments to the LSU Board of Supervisors

Newsroom - June 15, 2024 6:23 pm

Governor Jeff Landry announced his appointments to the Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College.

Legislative Recap by Representative Troy Hebert

Newsroom - June 12, 2024 9:31 am

On January 8, 2024, we were sworn in as new members of the State Legislature; on January 15th, we started the first of two special sessions called by Governor Jeff Landry.

Juneteenth Day Proclamation by Governor

Newsroom - June 12, 2024 8:34 am

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry issued Proclamation Number 29 JML 2024, establishing Juneteenth Day as a legal state holiday.

Gov. Landry Signs Bill Transforming Louisiana’s Approach to Economic Development and ‘Positioning Louisiana to Win’

Newsroom - June 11, 2024 5:41 pm

Surrounded by legislators, economic development leaders and business stakeholders from around the state, Governor Jeff Landry signed legislation that fulfills his commitment to overhaul the state’s approach to economic development and revitalize business investment and job creation throughout the state.

Governor Landry Announces Appointment of Chairman of Louisiana Community Technical College System

Newsroom - June 11, 2024 5:38 pm

Today, Governor Landry announced the appointment of Timothy Hardy as the Chairman of Louisiana Community Technical College System (LCTCS). LCTCS represents 12 community colleges across Louisiana—serving more than 150,000 students and graduating more than 30,000 each year.

2024 Legislative Recap from Senator Miguez

Newsroom - June 10, 2024 10:28 am

As we conclude a historic 2024 legislative session, I am deeply proud of our community and fellow legislators.

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