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Louisiana’s Transfer Dependency in 2022 vs 1970: Shocking analysis

By Pelican State News | Mar 25, 2025

In 2022, government transfers contributed 23.9% of income in Louisiana. How does this compare to historical figures?

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How many H-1B petitions were made by Louisiana employers classified under the Other Services (except Public Administration) industry during 2024?

By Pelican State News | Mar 24, 2025

Employers classified under the Other Services (except Public Administration) industry based in Louisiana submitted one H-1B petition during 2024.

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DOTD completes installation of CCTV cameras on I-10 from Lake Charles to Scott

By Pelican State News | Mar 24, 2025

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced the completion of a project involving the installation of 28 new closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras along Interstate 10, stretching from Lake Charles to Scott.

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Heirs Property Clinic addresses generational land ownership challenges

By Pelican State News | Mar 21, 2025

The Southern University Law Center's Agricultural Law Institute, in collaboration with the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF), is set to host a Heirs Property Clinic on April 8, 2025.

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USDA announces new leadership appointments in farm production sector

By Pelican State News | Mar 21, 2025

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced new leadership appointments within the Farm Production and Conservation (FPAC) mission area.

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USDA announces $100 million funding initiative against avian influenza

By Pelican State News | Mar 20, 2025

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced plans for a funding initiative aimed at tackling avian influenza.

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LA 1 Youree Drive asphalt overlay project progresses in Shreveport

By Pelican State News | Mar 20, 2025

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced progress on the LA 1 (Youree Drive) asphalt overlay project in Shreveport, Caddo Parish.

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USDA announces $10 billion aid program for agricultural producers

By Pelican State News | Mar 19, 2025

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will provide up to $10 billion in direct payments to agricultural producers through the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP) for the...

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Louisiana's individual income tax revenue reached $1.1 billion in Q4, 2023

By Pelican State News | Mar 19, 2025

Individual income taxes in Louisiana reached $1.1 billion in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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114 H-1B petitions filed by Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry in Louisiana in 2024

By Pelican State News | Mar 17, 2025

Employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry based in Louisiana submitted 114 H-1B petitions during 2024.

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NFIB launches ad campaign against potential tax hike on small businesses

By Pelican State News | Mar 17, 2025

NFIB, a prominent small business advocacy group, has initiated a radio and digital advertising campaign aimed at preventing a potential tax increase on small businesses.

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I-20 rehabilitation in Bossier City enters final phase with lane removal

By Pelican State News | Mar 14, 2025

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced that the $123 million I-20 major rehabilitation project in Bossier City is nearing its final construction phase.

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Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple to speak at NFIB virtual event

By Pelican State News | Mar 13, 2025

NFIB members are invited to participate in a virtual event featuring Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple.

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Jimmie Davis Bridge replacement progresses; expected completion by early 2027

By Pelican State News | Mar 13, 2025

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has announced that the construction of the new Jimmie Davis Bridge (LA 511) over the Red River in Bossier and Caddo Parishes is progressing as planned.

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Louisiana ranks fifth highest in the U.S. for government transfer dependency at 23.9% in 2022

By Pelican State News | Mar 12, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 23.9% of income in Louisiana—ranking it the fifth most dependent among U.S. states.

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Louisiana ranks eighth highest in U.S. for per capita government transfer income at $13,019 in 2022

By Pelican State News | Mar 12, 2025

In 2022, residents of Louisiana received an average of $13,019 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it eighth highest in the nation.

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Louisiana Department proposes new rule on petitions for declaratory orders

By Pelican State News | Mar 11, 2025

The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry has announced its intention to introduce a new rule, LAC 7:I.111, aimed at establishing a framework for petitions for declaratory orders and rulings.

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Louisiana agriculture department proposes repeal of central registry rules

By Pelican State News | Mar 11, 2025

The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry has announced its plan to repeal certain regulations related to the central registry for recording financing statements and security devices associated with farm products.

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Louisiana plans voluntary inspections for exotic animal processing

By Pelican State News | Mar 11, 2025

The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry has announced its intention to establish voluntary inspection services for the slaughtering and processing of exotic animals.

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I-10 overpass repair completed; lanes reopen in Lafayette

By Pelican State News | Mar 11, 2025

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced the completion of emergency repairs on the I-10 eastbound overpass girder at I-49 in Lafayette, Louisiana.