AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoLegislative Loss: State Rep. Michael Bayham Jr., a first-term Republican from St. Bernard Parish, died at 52 after months of illness. He helped advance a constitutional amendment approved by voters days before his death. Baton Rouge Budget: Mayor-President Sid Edwards’ proposed 2027 budget would eliminate funding for 12 outside organizations, including Live After Five, as city-parish support for nonprofits has fallen sharply since St. George’s formation. Power and Data Centers: Three landowner groups are suing the Louisiana Public Service Commission, arguing its fast-track “Lightning Directive” for major power projects bypassed constitutional rules and public input. Separately, Louisiana has tightened requirements for data center tax breaks. Local Government: Baton Rouge’s airport is now governed by a regional airport authority, while a proposed study of splitting the city-parish government could take two years. Higher Education: LSU law professor Ken Levy, suspended over political remarks in class, has been reinstated and is set to return for the spring 2027 semester. Public Safety: A state audit found nearly one in five rape kits never reach crime labs, raising questions about evidence handling and accountability.
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