Lawmakers Kick Off Legislative Session With Plan to Lower Insurance Rates by Encouraging Fewer Claims
Several lawmakers say the root cause of high premiums is residents using the insurance policies they pay for, suggesting the simplest fix may be encouraging people to file fewer claims altogether.
Council on Aging Says “Yes” Vote Offers More Economic Certainty Than Your Grandmother’s Will
Council on Aging leaders say tax revenue is simply more predictable than relying on your grandmother’s will. Voters are encouraged to choose stability over inheritance uncertainty at the ballot box.
State Auditor Urges EBR Council To Limit Future Theft To Library’s $140 Million, “They Won’t Even Notice”
The auditor allegedly advised council members to concentrate any future theft inside the library system, noting its $140 million reserve “won’t even notice” a few strategic withdrawals.
Louisiana Housing Corporation Official Resigns, Board Proud To Announce Absolutely Nothing Will Change
The Louisiana Housing Corporation confirmed a top official’s resignation and immediately reassured the public that absolutely nothing will change.
Cleo Fields Explains Stock Purchase: “I Thought Oracle Was a Seafood Restaurant”
Rep. Cleo Fields defended his Oracle stock purchase by insisting he thought it was a seafood restaurant. After Googling the name during a committee break, Fields said he was “just trying to support local dining,” confusing oysters with cloud storage in a uniquely Baton Rouge mix-up.
Louisiana Legislature Considers Joining LHSAA Just to Get Something Passed This Year
Lawmakers at the State Capitol admitted they’re so tired of gridlock that the LHSAA might actually be better at running things. If the association can rule a star athlete ineligible overnight, legislators joked, maybe it’s time they merged the House of Representatives into Division I.
19th JDC Redistricting Map Includes New Scandal District, Reserved for Judges Under Investigation
The newly redrawn 19th JDC map now includes a “Scandal District,” designed for judges under investigation. Officials say it will streamline ethics complaints and resignation rumors into one convenient voting block, sparing voters the trouble of choosing candidates with clean records.
Governor Declares ‘No Corruption Month’ to Give Politicians a Break from Bribery Investigations
BATON ROUGE, La. – In a groundbreaking move to boost morale among Louisiana’s elected officials, Governor Jeff Landry has declared April as No Corruption Month, a period during which all bribery, embezzlement, and ethics investigations will be put on hold. “We recognize that our public servants work tirelessly,” Landry stated. “It’s only fair they get […]
Gov. Landry Makes Crawfish Tax Exempt, Doubles Taxes on Vegan Food—Offers Protesters a Crawfish Boil
Gov. Jeff Landry’s latest proposal eliminates taxes on crawfish while doubling them on vegan food, sparking outrage and a protest. To soothe tensions, he’s hosting a crawfish boil—right outside the protest.
City Leaders Allegedly Turning Baton Rouge Into a Parody to Undermine The Sadvocate
We figured another satire site would eventually be our biggest competition,’ The Sadvocate admitted. ‘We never expected the Baton Rouge city government to be the one putting us out of business.’
LSU ‘Lake Bed Walking Tours’ Offer Baton Rouge Residents a Firsthand Look at Where Their Tax Dollars Went
The New ‘Lake Bed Walking Tours’ Offer Baton Rouge Residents a Firsthand Look at Where Their Tax Dollars Went, allowing guests to explore scenic dirt paths, thriving weed fields, and the remnants of government efficiency.