Louisiana

DOTD Advises Motorists of Potential Text Messaging Scam

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has been made aware of a text messaging scam targeting individuals across the country. Scammers are falsely claiming to represent tolling agencies and soliciting payment for outstanding tolls.

Governor Landry’s Conference with Attorney General Liz Murrill Regarding Title IX – April 29, 2024

Governor Landry's Conference with Attorney General Liz Murrill Regarding Title IX - April 29, 2024

Governor Landry’s Press Conference on Constitutional Convention – April 25, 2024

Governor Landry's Press Conference on Constitutional Convention - April 25, 2024

Governor Announces New Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Governor Jeff Landry announced new appointments to serve on the Ascension-St. James Airport and Transportation Authority, Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Criminal Justice, Louisiana Educational Television Authority, Louisiana Housing Corporation, and the Louisiana Real Estate Commission.

Miguez on SB 195 that Focuses on Work Requirements for the SNAP Program

Louisiana State Senator Blake Miguez of District 22 issued a statement on his Facebook page about Senate Bill (SB) 195 that "Provides relative to work requirements within the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program".

Governor Landry Signs Emergency Declaration for Severe Storms and Tornadoes

Following his visit to some of the hardest hit areas, Governor Jeff Landry signed an emergency declaration for the severe storms and tornadoes that took place on April 10, 2024.

DOTD, transportation officials recognize Work Zone Awareness Week

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) held a press conference today at its headquarters in Baton Rouge to mark the beginning of National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW).

Governor Visits Areas Hardest Hit by Last Week’s Severe Weather

Governor Jeff Landry traveled to West Feliciana and St. Tammany parishes to survey damage from the tornadoes, hurricane force winds, hail, and flooding that affected our state last Wednesday.

LA GATOR, ESAs, and School of Choice

The Louisiana House of Representatives passed House Bill (HB) 745 on April 8, 2024, to give parents a choice in their child's education. The bill will go to the Louisiana Senate.

A Word Of Caution for GATOR Scholarships and Students with Exceptionalities

This legislative session has had a robust discussion of the implementation of Educational Spending Accounts or ESAs.
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