Brief: ‘Stop Social Media Censorship Act’ stalled in Senate
The bill is up for reconsideration Wednesday.
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Legislature 2021
Brief: Land swap for Lafayette fire station passes House
The university wants to develop the fire station property for possible residential housing, while the city wants to build a new, larger Fire Station No. 5 on the Cajundome Boulevard tract.
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Legalizing recreational marijuana may still be up to parishes, municipalities
The provision raises the potential for “cannabis commuting” much the way people commute to casinos.
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Will Louisiana fully legalize marijuana? 10 things to know about the debate
Lawmakers are also considering loosening medical marijuana rules.
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GOP faces choice between cops, gun rights advocates on concealed carry bill
The bill forces Republican lawmakers to choose between two core constituencies, gun rights advocates and police officers. So far, in Louisiana, the advocates seem to be winning out.
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Bill would expand, restructure North Lafayette Redevelopment Authority
The legislation could make it easier to move blighted properties and redevelop economically beleaguered North Lafayette.
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Louisiana Legislature gives another chance to bill that would allow industrial facilities to self audit their pollution
Environmental groups say the bill will create loopholes that keep health risks hidden from people who live near industry.
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Hey Lafayette! What legislation are you following?
Drop us a line and tell us what legislation you’re following and why.
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