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Gov. John Bel Edwards in the well of the House chamber during happier times. Credit: Samuel Carter Karlin

Some Republicans question if there is a a $600M shortfall in the budget

Mon, 05/23/2016 - 10:26am Harlan Kirgan

Some House Republicans, wary of Gov. John Bel Edwards’ budget figures and reluctant to raise more taxes, are questioning whether the state truly has a $600 million shortfall, with one legislator estimating the shortfall could be up to half that figure.

‘Safety-net’ hospitals ask for money infusion

Tue, 05/03/2016 - 10:22am Harlan Kirgan

Companies operating so-called “safety-net” hospitals in partnership with the state have requested an additional $100 million from the state in the upcoming fiscal year than last year, further complicating the state’s budget picture as it grapples with a $600 million shortfall and hospitals in dan

Sen. J.P. Morrell, D-New Orleans, responds to questions from one of his bill’s four opponents, Sen. Eddie Lambert, R-Gonzales.

Senate passes legislation to ‘Raise the Age’

Tue, 05/03/2016 - 10:09am Harlan Kirgan

Seventeen-year-olds may no longer go to adult prison facilities in non-violent crimes moved closer to reality Monday when the Senate passed 33-4 a bill increasing juvenile status from 16 to 17 years old. It now goes to the House for consideration.

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