The Louisiana House unanimously passed a bill Monday that would add those convicted of domestic abuse battery to the list of people who would be prohibited from obtaining firearms.
The House Education Committee is scheduled to hear 10 TOPS-related bills Wednesday as legislators begin looking for more than $200 million to fully fund the popular scholarship program for the fall and spring semesters of the 2016-17 academic year.
A wrap up of the Legislature's week ending April 1. From the Manship News News Service.
Lawmakers on the House Transportation, Highways and Public Works Committee on Monday unanimously approved the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority’s budget for the coming fiscal year.
The Senate Revenue and Fiscal Affairs committee has been reviewing dozens of tax credits, exemptions and rebates at its meetings during the ongoing regular session, but any legislation to change them may have to wait until the 2017 session or a possible second special session this year, whichever
