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Louisiana Constituional Reform- Part I

The Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana has embarked on a two-part project to provide guidance to those seeking to reform the Louisiana Constitution. This first part includes a discussion of constitutional principles as well as more specific subject-matter principles regarding what an ideal constitution should contain.

Legislators’ Election & Compensation

Legislators’ Election & Compensation The Legislature consists of two houses, the Senate and the House of Representatives. The state constitution establishes the maximum number of senators and representatives, which is the present membership: Senate, 39; House, 105; total, 144. ElectionsThe constitution specifies that each member of the Senate and the House be elected from a […]

75th Anniversary
Celebrating 75 Years of Excellence

For 75 years, the Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana has been at the forefront of advancing transparency, accountability and smarter public policy in our state. PAR’s legacy is built on your support. Help us continue shaping Louisiana’s future for the next 75 years.