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New Iberia’s Economic Development Strategy — Raise Taxes

by Editorial Staff | Aug 31, 2026 | Iberia Parish, New Iberia

New Iberia created a taxing district around Lagniappe Village after private developers sought incentives—and now shoppers could pay the tax without ever getting a vote.

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2026 Legislative Dashboard

Tracking bills, votes, and organizational positions

by Editorial Staff | March 2026

StateLens is designed to help organizations coordinate policy efforts and ensure lawmakers clearly understand where groups stand on legislation.

Legislative Scorecard

by Editorial Staff | July 2025

Our updated legislative scorecard is the only thing of its kind in the entire state of Louisiana. Instead of focusing on voting, our tool gauges actual effort through bill authorship. This is the truest gauge for how your legislator is doing in Baton Rouge…

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Federal Appeals Court Throws Out St. Tammany Library Cuckoos

by Michael Lunsford | Feb 12, 2025 | Libraries, Louisiana, St. Tammany

A Fifth Circuit ruling has dismissed a lawsuit from the St. Tammany Parish Library cuckoos. The court found that the plaintiffs’ case was never about constitutional rights but about regaining political influence. What does this mean for the future of library policies?

Fake Texts, Stolen Signs, and Louisiana’s Troubling Political Tactics

by Michael Lunsford | Feb 10, 2025 | Elections, Lafayette, Louisiana

A wave of fake political texts, stolen campaign signs, and election interference allegations have rocked Senate District 23. Who’s behind it, and what does the law say? This investigation uncovers troubling tactics that could impact future elections.

Penalty Flag: Fake Political Texts Raise Legal Questions in Senate 23

by Michael Lunsford | Feb 3, 2025 | Louisiana, Sunshine

Deceptive texts falsely claimed an endorsement by a defunct group in Senate District 23. Voter manipulation tactics raise serious legal questions. Who’s behind the fake messages?

Louisiana’s Education Surge: A Roadmap to Excellence

by Kevin Berken | Feb 3, 2025 | Louisiana

For the first time, Louisiana ranks #32 in education—our highest ever. Our math and reading growth rates are among the best in the U.S. State leaders continue working together to make Louisiana #1. Read more from BESE Member Kevin Berken on what’s next.