The goal of this bill is to act as a "backup" for schools to fall back on and essentially be able to say, "It's a state policy, not get upset with us." The hope is that Sen. Bill 207 will give school leaders the confidence to enforce a 'No Phones in the Classroom' policy without having to take the heat entirely.
The bill successfully cleared a House panel on Tuesday according to Rep. Dixon McMakin House Bill 97's primary objective is to "enhance pedestrian and motorist safety" across Louisiana.
A Louisiana House bill would strengthen the current law by banning the possession and sale of nitrous oxide and increase the penalties for breaking the law.
The Louisiana Legislature special session ended early. A dozen tough-on-crime laws tare headed to Governor Jeff Landry’s desk. He calls it a giant step forward.
A senator is keeping the Sunshine Protection Act in the forefront to stop the clock changes so Louisiana and the country can stick to Daylight Saving Time.