Complete Listing of Proposed and Adopted Amendments to Louisiana’s 1974
Article Election Ballot # Amendment Pass or Fail Article I: Declaration of Rights I 11/08/22 7 Limits on Involuntary Servitude Fail I 12/10/22 1 Prohibit Voting for People Who Aren’t U.S. Citizens Pass I 11/03/20 1 No Right to Abortion Pass I 11/06/18 1 Felon in Public Office Pass I 11/06/18 2 Unanimous Jury […]
Voting on Louisiana Proposed Constitutional Amendments 1978-2023
Voting on Louisiana Proposed Constitutional Amendments 1978-2023 November 18, 2023 1.) Deadlines to Veto Bills and Rules for Veto Sessions. A vote for would allow lawmakers to try to override a governor’s bill rejections without calling a separate veto session if they are already in a legislative session and add further details about the deadlines […]
Louisiana Virtual: Facing the Reality of Online Schooling
The future of education arrived before we were quite ready for it. Virtual schooling finds high demand in Louisiana and holds great promise, but its track record looks spotty at best. Its successes are diluted by its setbacks and some of its advantages might be underappreciated, or even unmeasured.
Start Strong! The Case for Priority Investment in Louisiana Early Childhood Programs
Research has shown that the quality of care and education during children’s early years will influence their life outcomes as well as the condition of the society and workplaces of their generation. Unfortunately, quality early care and education is out of reach for many low-income families.
RESET: 2021 Legislative Session Commentary
Legislators made significant progress toward many of the RESET agenda’s goals.
RESET: State Pension System Redesigns
2021 Regular Session Policy Priority: Adopt a more portable hybrid system for new employees combining a traditional defined benefit plan with a defined contribution plan, such as proposed by the Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (LASERS). Adopt a better costof-living methodology and a higher retirement age.
RESET: Increasing Transportation Investment
2021 Regular Session Policy Priority: Significantly increase Louisiana’s annual investment in infrastructure, including roads, bridges, ports, and waterways – enhancing public safety, relieving traffic congestion, and supporting commerce and economic development.