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News from March 2025

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March Madness: Louisiana represented by 12 basketball players in men’s NCAA tournament

By Pelican State News | Mar 18, 2025

Lafayette, Monroe, Baton Rouge and New Orleans players represent Louisiana in the tournament.

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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 voters to decide on four constitutional amendments on March 29

By Pelican State News | Mar 12, 2025

Louisiana voters will soon face decisions on four proposed amendments to the state constitution on March 29.

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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.

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Louisiana Agriculture Department plans rule change on petition procedures

By Pelican State News | Mar 11, 2025

The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry has announced its intention to amend a rule concerning petitions for the adoption, amendment, or repeal of administrative rules.

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Louisiana Bankers Association one of 50 state banking associations to oppose Durbin-Marshall credit card bill

By Pelican State News Service | Mar 11, 2025

The Louisiana Bankers Association {LBA} is one of fifty state banking associations to oppose the "Credit Card Competition Act."

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H-1B Insights: Employers classified under the Manufacturing industry file 39 petitions in Louisiana throughout 2024

By Pelican State News | Mar 10, 2025

In 2024, 39 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Manufacturing industry located in Louisiana, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Louisiana DOTD announces $4.6M road project in Evangeline & St. Landry Parishes

By Pelican State News | Mar 10, 2025

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced the start of a construction project on La. 758 (Woodstone Rd.) in Evangeline and St. Landry Parishes.

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Belle Chasse Bridge set to open all lanes this weekend

By Pelican State News | Mar 10, 2025

Construction on the Belle Chasse Bridge is almost complete, with all four lanes expected to open for traffic by Sunday, March 16, 2025.

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Louisiana Lottery awards second-chance winners at Golden Nugget grand prize event

By Pelican State News | Mar 10, 2025

This past summer, the Louisiana Lottery selected 10 finalists from over 55,000 entries in its Golden Nugget Second-chance Drawings.

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La. 100 rehabilitation project begins March in Acadia Parish

By Pelican State News | Mar 10, 2025

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced the commencement of a $7.4 million rehabilitation project on La. 100 in Acadia Parish.