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Sen. Beth Mizell authored a bill that would prohibit students from using cellphones during the school day. (Allison Allsop)

Sen. Beth Mizell authored a bill that would prohibit students from using cellphones during the school day. (Allison Allsop)

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Ban on cellphones in public schools gets Senate approval

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
The Louisiana Senate unanimously passed a bill Monday that would prohibit students from using their phones during the school day. Sen. Beth Mizell, R-Franklinton, authored Senate Bill 207 to keep students from using cellphones in the classroom.

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House OKs public money for private schools

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Public money for K-12 students in Louisiana is closer to being steered to private schools under a proposal the state House of Representatives approved Monday.
Southern highbush blueberries, needing fewer chill hours, are ideal for mild winters and bear fruit earlier in the season. Photo by Heather Kirk-Ballard/LSU AgCenter

Southern highbush blueberries, needing fewer chill hours, are ideal for mild winters and bear fruit earlier in the season. Photo by Heather Kirk-Ballard/LSU AgCenter

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Louisiana blueberry harvest season arrives

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, April 5, 2024
It’s blueberry harvest season. Blueberries are packed with important nutrients, including vitamins and ascorbic acid. They’re also a superior source of antioxidants such as anthocyanins, procyanidins, chlorogenic acid and various flavonoid compounds.
Rep. Dodie Horton

Rep. Dodie Horton

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Legislation mandates ‘God’s law’ in schools

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Friday, April 5, 2024
The House Education Committee voted 10-3 Thursday to advance a bill to require public schools to display the 10 Commandments. House Bill 7l, by Rep. Dodie Horton, R-Haughton, is attempting to navigate the traditional legal divide between church and state.
Rep. Julie Emerson, R-Carencro

Rep. Julie Emerson, R-Carencro

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Education Savings Account passes in House panel despite cost concerns

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Parents in Louisiana would receive from $5,000 to $15,000 in state money to send their children to private schools under a Landry administration bill that is moving through the State Legislature.

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Bill expands liability for COVID-19 vaccine mandates

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
The Louisiana House Committee on Civil Law and Procedure advanced a bill Monday that would allow businesses and public entities that require the COVID-19 vaccine to be sued. House Bill 87, by Rep.
Louisiana Secretary of State Nancy Landry, left, sits with Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill as Gov. Jeff Landry speaks on opening day of a legislative special session focusing on crime, Feb. 19, at the State Capitol in Baton Rouge. (Hillary Schienuk/ The Advocate, Pool)

Louisiana Secretary of State Nancy Landry, left, sits with Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill as Gov. Jeff Landry speaks on opening day of a legislative special session focusing on crime, Feb. 19, at the State Capitol in Baton Rouge. (Hillary Schienuk/ The Advocate, Pool)

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Bill seeks absentee ballot restrictions

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Louisiana’s top election official wants to restrict how voters can obtain and submit forms to request absentee ballots, along with limits on who may assist voters with the ballots themselves.