Lousiana Residents to Vote on Sports Betting Future

4 September 2024

A Closer Look at Key CABL Indicators Is a Mixed Bag for Louisiana

A year ago, the Council for better Louisiana began a new initiative to comprehensively understand what roles in Louisiana play in important areas. The name is "Louisiana Fact Book": Facts for the Future. " One of the first reaction we received was: "It's the same as other lists.

CABL Indicators Measuring State’s Wellbeing Trending Down Year-to-Year

The 3 5-specific list of 35 indicators, designed to measure Louisiana's overall happiness, has been slightly declining since this time last year. Compared to what was announced in August 2023, Louisiana has moved forward in less than half of the indicators and retreated in the same number. A [...]

New LEAP Scores Are Out: What Do They Tell Us After the Pandemic?

It's a bit unfortunate that you can read from a recent article on the Washington Post. Previously, after education was interrupted due to Covid 19, the students seemed to be on the path of academic recovery, but new nationwide surveys showed that students were actually delayed. There is. It doesn't seem to be the case in Louisiana.

Reopening the Discussion on Tax Reform

"Welcome to the jungle". This is a statement from the Lichard Nelson Secretar y-General of the Remittee recently told the members of the Louisiana about financial difficulties. While talking about the difficulty of dealing with the significant decline in the expiration of the temporary tax, he also dismissed this.

Legislative Session Included Significant Focus on Education

The jus t-finished legislative council was a series of twists and turns. The no n-life insurance bill was passed. The Constitutional Treaty was not established. The parliament has decided not to put more than $ 700 million in special savings accounts to use for various large projects. And some problems are [...] ...

Legislature Should be Careful About Expanding Governor’s Power

"Louisiana's CEO has traditionally exercised political influence than other CEOs, although not all of the people who study Louisiana are not all those who have learned." The words were described in an article contributed to the Louisiana History Association several years ago by former Governor Edwin Edwards. [...]

CABL Believes New School Accountability Framework Is Big Step in the Right Direction

Cade Brumley's Superintendent of Education has announced proposals for new schools and district accountability systems for schools in Louisiana. This changes greatly from what is currently, but at the same time a big improvement. Most people know that our public schools have a responsibility system, and we have talk about [...].

Legislature Sends Discouraging Message on Education

Last week, the lower house passed a budget, which included discouragement reductions to teachers and childhood education. Most of the budgets are expected to be revived in the Senate, but it is a pity that Congress has issued a disturbing message about the support of the state [......]

Legislature Should Tread Lightly in Changing Political Appointments

This year, the State Congress has submitted many bills that significantly enhance the political appointment of Louisiana's Governor if passed. In Louisiana, where hundreds of committees and committees are currently appointed, if these bills are passed, the government's authority will increase as much as ever [...... ].]

Legislation this Session Could Improve Education Policies

The protagonist of the Educatio n-related proposal in the present parliament is a proposal that establishes a universal educational savings account (ESAS) and provides more school choices for parents. These bills are still undergoing deliberations and will be given details in the near future. Until then, read more [...]

New Crime Laws Should Come with Watchful Oversight

At the beginning of a special session on crime, Louisiana r e-introduces CABL by PAR and 10 0-member committee, making decisions based on data and best practices in criminal judicial reforms in 2017, and not supporting pedals to pedals. I urged. During this session, they passed 20 bills to make various [...].

February 19, 2024

RESET Louisiana Calls for Thoughtful Decisions in Crime Special Session

It is known that the r e-approval of Louisiana will reduce violence crimes, rather than pursuing reforms, as the members of the Diet will start their activities during the special session that Governor Jeff Laundry has called for crime. Encourage the upper and lower hospitals to determine based on data and best practices. Protecting the citizens is one of the highest priority for all governments. Crime is [...] ...

February 5, 2024

Encouraging Opportunities in Governor’s Transition Reports

The Laundry administration has recently published a report from various migration councils. Although the report is a concise content, it indicates that the state leader in the state shows a framework in the direction you want to proceed [...] ...

January 23, 2024

First Special Session of 2024 Accomplished What it Needed To

The eigh t-day extraordinary parliament, which was convened by Governor Jeff Laundry, ended in a very short period of five days. It was an ambitious agenda for the next Congress's first call, but only two results were passed. From the point of view of Kabura, that's a good thing. Only one [...] Read more

January 12, 2024

First Special Session Highlighted by Ambitious Agenda

It's great to succeed in the start dash, but sometimes things are too fast. The extraordinary parliament may be so. Governor Jeff Laundry has begun his term as the governor of Shinshu. It was already understood that the extraordinary parliament was held in mi d-January.

October 31, 2023

More Constitutional Amendments Coming in November

If you have a sense of view, it is probably. After four constitutional amendments in October, voters must decide on four more constitutional amendments on November 18. Some of them are worth considering carefully. In October, voters seemed to like what they saw in the bidding for the constitutional amendment. All [...] ...

October 18, 2023

Congratulations to Governor-Elect Jeff Landry

CABL congratulates Jeff Laundry's next governor and prays for his success to start building a new leadership team in Louisiana. As mentioned through the election campaign, Louisiana is standing in a crossroads, and new governors and parliament will have to do a lot to start the next chapter.

Early Voting Ends Saturday and CABL Has Election Resources

Louisiana's preliminary election is October 14. Early voting until Saturday. Voters are forced to make many decisions, but CABL can help. This is a major election for the state, and it has been a long time since so many governor's elections are intensive. Also, many [...] ...

September 28, 2023

CABL & LPB Partner for Statewide Debate in Louisiana Governor’s Race

CABL will partner with Louisiana Public Broadcasting to hold a TV debate for the Louisiana Governor's election. Please see the LPB station in the state and Wyes and Wlae in New Orleans from 7:00 P. M. This debate is the last discussion before the preliminary selection.

September 26, 2023

CABL Releases Analysis of Constitutional Amendments

This fall, voters voted for eight constitutional amendments, slightly less than 11 amendments in 2022. CABL has just announced an analysis of four amendments to be considered on October 14. The other four will be announced before October 14.

September 1, 2023

CABL Indicators Reveal Mixed Outcomes on Major Issues

Last week, Kabra announced a fact book in Luiziana: Fact for the Future. The book is composed of 35 markers that indicate what kind of problem the Louisiana is facing. So questions arise: What should we do with this book? First of all, we need to stop and see [...].

CABL Releases Election-Year Resource of 35 Indicators Measuring State’s Wellbeing

Since its establishment, CABL has always been data at the forefront of public policy activities. Over the years, we have created a number of dat a-led resources, aiming to identify Louisiana's most imminent problem and identify dat a-led solutions that are useful for the development of Louisiana. The first 1 0-year popular resource in Louisiana is [...].

With State Races Set, Now It’s Time to Focus

After the preliminary election, some races still have some ward splits, but most of them have decided to participate in the voting this fall. This means that you need to pay attention to what the candidates are talking about about the most important issues for the future of .......

New Study Reveals Fundamental Issues with Teacher Pay in Louisiana

Although not very noticeable, a recent study on Louisiana's teachers was submitted to the legislative taskforce to consider the recruitment and maintenance of teachers, and exposed to a new light to the reward for Louisiana teachers. Some of the survey results are remarkable and read more in the future [...]

Session Ends With Confusion, But Also Many Smart Investments

Until a few days ago, the path to the smooth landing of the legislature was visible, but on the last day, it turned into chaos, and the members of the Diet were hundreds of dollars in the few minutes remaining this year's legislative session. Approved the expenditure. It wasn't a beautiful sight, and some of the final spending decisions were [...] ...

Committee of 100, CABL & PAR Unveil 2023 RESET Louisiana Election Issues Initiative

The 10 0-member committee for economic development, the better Louisiana, and the Louisiana Public Problem Research Council today announced the 2023 reset Louisiana concept for this year's state election. The 55 policy proposals and the nine policy outlines focus on four main areas.

Education and the Budget

This year, the state Congress resolved to repay most of the debts of the retirement allowance, instead of several expenditures recommendations in the budget proposed by Governor, and took a new approach to the budget. However, the budget is currently shifted to the Senate, where everyone agree with the reduction of debt [...] ...

A Budget Battle of A Different Kind at the Capitol

On Thursday, the lower house passed the state budget. At that time, a significant change was made to the expenditure plans proposed by the state of the state and many Senate members of the Diet, and the possibility of a confrontation in the coming weeks. This is not particularly new, but this time [...] ... < Span> Since its establishment, CABL has always put data at the forefront of public policy activities. Over the years, we have created a number of dat a-led resources, aiming to identify Louisiana's most imminent problem and identify dat a-led solutions that are useful for the development of Louisiana. The first 1 0-year popular resource in Louisiana is [...].

2023 Session to Focus on Money

After the preliminary election, some races still have some ward splits, but most of them have decided to participate in the voting this fall. This means that you need to pay attention to what the candidates are talking about about the most important issues for the future of .......

Teacher Pay A Major Issue Heading into 2023 Legislative Session

Although not very noticeable, a recent study on Louisiana's teachers was submitted to the legislative taskforce to consider the recruitment and maintenance of teachers, and exposed to a new light to the reward for Louisiana teachers. Some of the survey results are remarkable and read more in the future [...]

CABL & LPB To Host Live Statewide Broadcast of Louisiana Gubernatorial Debate

Until a few days ago, the path to the smooth landing of the legislature was visible, but on the last day, it turned into chaos, and the members of the Diet were hundreds of dollars in the few minutes remaining this year's legislative session. Approved the expenditure. It wasn't a beautiful sight, and some of the final spending decisions were [...] ...

The 10 0-member committee for economic development, the better Louisiana, and the Louisiana Public Problem Research Council today announced the 2023 reset Louisiana concept for this year's state election. The 55 policy proposals and the nine policy outlines focus on four main areas.

2023 State Elections Should Focus on Issues to Move Louisiana Forward

This year, the state Congress resolved to repay most of the debts of the retirement allowance, instead of several expenditures recommendations in the budget proposed by Governor, and took a new approach to the budget. However, the budget is currently shifted to the Senate, where everyone agree with the reduction of debt [...] ...

CABL Announces New Officers and Board Members

On Thursday, the lower house passed the state budget. At that time, a significant change was made to the expenditure plans proposed by the state of the state and many Senate members of the Diet, and the possibility of a confrontation in the coming weeks. This is not particularly new, but this time [...] ... Since its establishment, CABL has always put data at the forefront of public policy activities. Over the years, we have created a number of dat a-led resources, aiming to identify Louisiana's most imminent problem and identify dat a-led solutions that are useful for the development of Louisiana. The first 1 0-year popular resource in Louisiana is [...].

After the preliminary election, some races still have some ward splits, but most of them have decided to participate in the voting this fall. This means that you need to pay attention to what the candidates are talking about about the most important issues for the future of .......

The Advocate: Leadership Louisiana Leaves Participants With A Renewed Sense of Pride in the State

Although not very noticeable, a recent study on Louisiana's teachers was submitted to the legislative taskforce to consider the recruitment and maintenance of teachers, and exposed to a new light to the reward for Louisiana teachers. Some of the survey results are remarkable and read more in the future [...]

Until a few days ago, the path to the smooth landing of the legislature was visible, but on the last day, it turned into chaos, and the members of the Diet were hundreds of dollars in the few minutes remaining this year's legislative session. Approved the expenditure. It wasn't a beautiful sight, and some of the final spending decisions were [...] ...

CABL Op-Ed from The Advocate: BESE Has Opportunity to Strengthen School Accountability

The 10 0-member committee for economic development, the better Louisiana, and the Louisiana Public Problem Research Council today announced the 2023 reset Louisiana concept for this year's state election. The 55 policy proposals and the nine policy outlines focus on four main areas.

This year, the state Congress resolved to repay most of the debts of the retirement allowance, instead of several expenditures recommendations in the budget proposed by Governor, and took a new approach to the budget. However, the budget is currently shifted to the Senate, where everyone agree with the reduction of debt [...] ...

Election Day Is Tomorrow – Don’t forget About the Constitutional Amendments

On Thursday, the lower house passed the state budget. At that time, a significant change was made to the expenditure plans proposed by the state of the state and many Senate members of the Diet, and the possibility of a confrontation in the coming weeks. This is not particularly new, but this time [...] ...

The 2023 regular session of the Louisiana Legislature has begun. There will be a lot of discussion about money, as there is a lot of money to spend, but also about taxes and other issues surrounding the state's finances. This is a "fiscal session" that takes place in odd-numbered years. As [...]...

Last Day of Early Voting for November 8 Election

Teacher pay raises are a hot topic again. District superintendents have announced plans to raise teacher salaries. BESE has taken a slightly different approach. And now some lawmakers are questioning whether everyone is asking for too much. The legislative session that begins next month will once again feature interesting discussions on important issues. [...]

The Council for a Better Louisiana and Louisiana Public Broadcasting are partnering again to host a statewide televised debate for the Louisiana gubernatorial race. The forum will be held on September 28th from 7 to 8 pm and will be broadcast in the New Orleans metropolitan area through LPB's statewide network and strategic partnership. [...]

LA Largely Holds Its Own Compared to Other States on National Reading, Math Scores

February 2, 2023

It may not feel real yet, but 2023 is an election year. So far, there has been as much attention on who will run for governor as who will not. This issue will be resolved soon, but once resolved, the important thing is what kind of candidates will emerge.

What’s Up with the Amendments? A Close Look at Constitutional Amendment #8

CABL has re-elected Shreveport attorney Malcolm Murchison as its 2023 president. President Murchison will serve on the CABL Board of Directors along with officers from around the state and will lead CABL in its 61st year in Louisiana. "I am honored to serve another term as CABL President.

December 12, 2022

What’s Up with the Amendments? A Close Look at Constitutional Amendment #7

CABL has re-elected Shreveport attorney Malcolm Murchison as its 2023 president. President Murchison will serve on the CABL Board of Directors along with officers from around the state and will lead CABL in its 61st year in Louisiana. "I am honored to serve another term as CABL President.

November 9, 2022

What’s Up with the Amendments? A Close Look at Constitutional Amendment #6

CABL has re-elected Shreveport attorney Malcolm Murchison as its 2023 president. President Murchison will serve on the CABL Board of Directors along with officers from around the state and will lead CABL in its 61st year in Louisiana. "I am honored to serve another term as CABL President.

November 7, 2022

What’s Up with the Amendments? A Close Look at Constitutional Amendment #5

CABL has re-elected Shreveport attorney Malcolm Murchison as its 2023 president. President Murchison will serve on the CABL Board of Directors along with officers from around the state and will lead CABL in its 61st year in Louisiana. "I am honored to serve another term as CABL President.

1 November 2022

What’s Up with the Amendments? A Close Look at Constitutional Amendment #4

CABL has re-elected Shreveport attorney Malcolm Murchison as its 2023 president. President Murchison will serve on the CABL Board of Directors along with officers from around the state and will lead CABL in its 61st year in Louisiana. "I am honored to serve another term as CABL President.

25 October 2022

What’s Up with the Amendments? A Close Look at Constitutional Amendment #3

CABL has re-elected Shreveport attorney Malcolm Murchison as its 2023 president. President Murchison will serve on the CABL Board of Directors along with officers from around the state and will lead CABL in its 61st year in Louisiana. "I am honored to serve another term as CABL President.

October 24, 2022

What’s Up with the Amendments? A Close Look at Constitutional Amendment #2

CABL has re-elected Shreveport attorney Malcolm Murchison as its 2023 president. President Murchison will serve on the CABL Board of Directors along with officers from around the state and will lead CABL in its 61st year in Louisiana. "I am honored to serve another term as CABL President.

What’s Up with the Amendments? A Close Look at Constitutional Amendment #1

CABL has re-elected Shreveport attorney Malcolm Murchison as its 2023 president. President Murchison will serve on the CABL Board of Directors along with officers from around the state and will lead CABL in its 61st year in Louisiana. "I am honored to serve another term as CABL President.

This year, there are eight constitutional amendments on the voting date on November 8. Some are a little complicated, so you need to check a little before voting. To help this, this list was divided into bit e-sized sizes. Before the start of voting on October 25, we will focus on a constitutional amendment once every few times.

CABL Recommendations on Constitutional Amendments

October 19, 2022

This year, there are eight constitutional amendments on the voting date on November 8. Some are a little complicated, so you need to check a little before voting. To help this, this list was divided into bit e-sized sizes. Before the start of voting on October 25, we will focus on a constitutional amendment once every few times.

Auditor’s Report Reminds Us LA Still Has Major Infrastructure Needs

October 17, 2022

BESE Focuses On Early Learning

This year, there are eight constitutional amendments on the voting date on November 8. Some are a bit complicated, and some need a little work before voting. Therefore, I summarized this list into bit e-sized sizes. Before the start of voting on October 25, we will focus on a constitutional amendment once every few times.

Lessons Learned for Improving Early Reading Skills

October 14, 2022

New LEAP Assessments Show Some Bounce Back in Student Performance

This year, there are eight constitutional amendments on the voting date on November 8. Some are a bit complicated, and some need a little work before voting. Therefore, I summarized this list into bit e-sized sizes. Before the start of voting on October 25, we will focus on the amendment once every few times.

New Leases in the Gulf May Be A Glimpse Into Our Energy Future

October 12, 2022

CABL Delves Into Teacher Recruitment and Retention in New Podcast

This year, there are eight constitutional amendments on the voting date on November 8. Some are a little complicated, so you need to check a little before voting. To help this, this list was divided into bit e-sized sizes. Before the start of voting on October 25, we will focus on a constitutional amendment once every few times.

First Steps in Addressing Critical Teacher Shortages

October 10, 2022

2022 Session A Good One for Louisiana Education

This year, there are eight constitutional amendments on the voting date on November 8. Some are a little complicated, so you need to check a little before voting. To help this, this list was divided into bit e-sized sizes. Before the start of voting on October 25, we will focus on a constitutional amendment once every few times.

House Committee Kills Controversial Education Curriculum Bills

This year, there are eight constitutional amendments on the voting date on November 8. Some are a bit complicated, and some need a little work before voting. Therefore, I summarized this list into bit e-sized sizes. Before the start of voting on October 25, we will focus on a constitutional amendment once every few times.

Should COVID Make It Easier for Students to Graduate?

September 29, 2022

New Poll Says People Want States to Go Big on Public Education

This fall, voters voted for 11 constitutional amendments. It is not the highest ever, but it is still much higher than usual. Eight will be voted on November 8, and three will be decided on December 10th. As usual, these amendments are [...] Read more

Legislative Session Shaping Up to Be Positive for Higher Education

9 September 2022

CABL Names 2022 Leadership Louisiana Class

Louisiana's Congressmizer has published a report on a survey of current and future payments to state traffic needs. The results of this survey do not tell you that we do not know yet, that is, we have insufficient revenues, but despite the recent inflow, we warn us. There is.

The Education Outlook for the 2022 Legislature

This week, the primary secondary education council was held for three days. Various things were discussed, but focused on various aspects of early learning. Some discussions have caused pros and cons, but it is good that this educational field is attracting attention. The most important part is [...]. < SPAN> This year, there are eight constitutional amendments on the voting date on November 8. Some are a bit complicated, and some need a little work before voting. Therefore, I summarized this list into bit e-sized sizes. Before the start of voting on October 25, we will focus on the amendment once every few times.

Legislative Session Could Be A Plus for Early Education

October 12, 2022

2022 Legislative Session Brings Familiar Themes

This year, there are eight constitutional amendments on the voting date on November 8. Some are a little complicated, so you need to check a little before voting. To help this, this list was divided into bit e-sized sizes. Before the start of voting on October 25, we will focus on a constitutional amendment once every few times.

October 10, 2022

What to Make of the Special Session on Redistricting

This year, there are eight constitutional amendments on the voting date on November 8. Some are a little complicated, so you need to check a little before voting. To help this, this list was divided into bit e-sized sizes. Before the start of voting on October 25, we will focus on a constitutional amendment once every few times.

This year, there are eight constitutional amendments on the voting date on November 8. Some are a bit complicated, and some need a little work before voting. Therefore, I summarized this list into bit e-sized sizes. Before the start of voting on October 25, we will focus on a constitutional amendment once every few times.

Innovative New Tool to Promote Dual Enrollment in High School and College

September 29, 2022

This fall, voters voted for 11 constitutional amendments. It is not the highest ever, but it is still much higher than usual. Eight will be voted on November 8, and three will be decided on December 10th. As usual, these amendments are [...] Read more

Governor’s Budget Is Good Step in the Right Direction

9 September 2022

Louisiana's Congressmizer has published a report on a survey of current and future payments to state traffic needs. The results of this survey do not tell you that we do not know yet, that is, we have insufficient revenues, but despite the recent inflow, we warn us. There is.

Why We Should Pay Attention to Political Redistricting

This week, the primary secondary education council was held for three days. Various things were discussed, but focused on various aspects of early learning. Some discussions have caused pros and cons, but it is good that this educational field is attracting attention. The most important part is [...]. This year, there are eight constitutional amendments on the voting date on November 8. Some are a bit complicated, and some need a little work before voting. Therefore, I summarized this list into bit e-sized sizes. Before the start of voting on October 25, we will focus on the amendment once every few times.

October 12, 2022

Passage of Amendments #1 and #2 Will Move Louisiana Forward

This year, there are eight constitutional amendments on the voting date on November 8. Some are a little complicated, so you need to check a little before voting. To help this, this list was divided into bit e-sized sizes. Before the start of voting on October 25, we will focus on a constitutional amendment once every few times.

October 10, 2022

Updating Louisiana’s Social Studies Standards

This year, there are eight constitutional amendments on the voting date on November 8. Some are a little complicated, so you need to check a little before voting. To help this, this list was divided into bit e-sized sizes. Before the start of voting on October 25, we will focus on a constitutional amendment once every few times.

This year, there are eight constitutional amendments on the voting date on November 8. Some are a bit complicated, and some need a little work before voting. Therefore, I summarized this list into bit e-sized sizes. Before the start of voting on October 25, we will focus on a constitutional amendment once every few times.

As Early Voting Begins, Voters Should Learn More About Two Major Constitutional Amendments

September 29, 2022

This fall, voters voted for 11 constitutional amendments. It is not the highest ever, but it is still much higher than usual. Eight will be voted on November 8, and three will be decided on December 10th. As usual, these amendments are [...] Read more

Broad Consensus in Support of Constitutional Amendments 1 & 2

9 September 2022

Louisiana's Congressmizer has published a report on the current and future payments to state traffic needs. The results of this survey do not tell you that we do not know yet, that is, we have insufficient revenues, but despite the recent inflow, we warn us. There is.

CABL Receives LPB President’s Award

This week, the primary secondary education council was held for three days. Various things were discussed, but focused on various aspects of early learning. Some discussions have caused pros and cons, but it is good that this educational field is attracting attention. The most important part is [...].

The bad news has once again jumped in the reading comprehension of Louisiana's new students. Since the pandemic, third graders without reading comprehension have been distributed and increased. According to the latest jump scores, 41 % of them are currently not at grade reading. Considering the confusion caused by ...], it's not surprising.

CABL Supports Constitutional Amendments

The latest version of Louisiana's Leape Score has been announced, revealing a little good news and an unreliable reality. As a whole, the students recovered slightly from the fall in Kovid in 2021, but have not yet reached the level of performance before the pandemic. There is also a good news.

New CABL Study Shows Benefits for High School Students Associated with LA 4 Pre-K Program

Last week, the Biden administration plans to open more than 700. 000 acras in Mexico to commercial marine fans. The target is the federal waters from Lake Chars to Galveston. It's just the beginning of a very large process, but this is possible.

State Releases Plans to Help Students Recover Academically from the Pandemic

The other day, he introduced some of Louisiana's shortage of teachers and some of the Congress this year to deal with the problem. It was an important issue, and CABL recently had the opportunity to delve a little deeper into a new podcast from the Ministry of State Education, which is as interesting as [...].

Major Takeaways from 2021 Test Scores

Louisiana faces a serious shortage of teachers, as in almost all states in the United States. Pandemic, as before, the impact of Cobid 19 on school has worsened the situation. This year, the Louisiana Congress took some initial measures to address the issue, which is the [.......]

RESET Louisiana Legislative Report Card

In this year's legislative session, it was not always the "education" period. In the end, however, all levels of public education, especially new investments in students and teachers, were wonderful. This year, more than 170 educational bills were submitted, and the percentage exceeded 10 %.

RESET Louisiana Public Policy Initiative Wins Prestigious National Award

This week, the House of Representatives Board of Education has rejected a series of bills to enact a new state law on how public schools teach races and gende r-related issues. These bills did not clearly mention critical racial theory, but they were widely seen as an attempt to prohibit the use of that concept, despite being [...]. 。 < SPAN> Louisiana's new students' reading comprehension, and bad news has once again jumped. Since the pandemic, third graders without reading comprehension have been distributed and increased. According to the latest jump scores, 41 % of them are currently not at grade reading. Considering the confusion caused by ...], it's not surprising.

Death of Edwin Edwards Marks the Loss of a Generation of Leaders

The latest version of Louisiana's Leape Score has been announced, revealing a little good news and an unreliable reality. As a whole, the students recovered slightly from the fall in Kovid in 2021, but have not yet reached the level of performance before the pandemic. There is also a good news.

New Transportation Law Imperfect, But Reflects the Art of Compromise

Last week, the Biden administration plans to open more than 700. 000 acras in Mexico to commercial marine fans. The target is the federal waters from Lake Chars to Galveston. It's just the beginning of a very large process, but this is possible.

Legislative Session Produces Positive Results

The other day, he introduced some of Louisiana's shortage of teachers and some of the Congress this year to deal with the problem. It was an important issue, and CABL recently had the opportunity to delve a little deeper into a new podcast from the Ministry of State Education, which is as interesting as [...].

Buddy Roemer Was A Reformer for Louisiana

Louisiana faces a serious shortage of teachers, as in almost all states in the United States. Pandemic, as before, the impact of Cobid 19 on school has worsened the situation. This year, the Louisiana Congress took some initial measures to address the issue, which is the [.......]

Making A Difference with Revenues from the American Rescue Plan

In this year's legislative session, it was not always the "education" period. In the end, however, all levels of public education, especially new investments in students and teachers, were wonderful. This year, more than 170 educational bills were submitted, and the percentage exceeded 10 %.

A Chance for New Investment in Roads

This week, the House of Representatives Board of Education has rejected a series of bills to enact a new state law on how public schools teach races and gende r-related issues. These bills did not clearly mention critical racial theory, but they were widely seen as an attempt to prohibit the use of that concept, despite being [...]. 。 The bad news has once again jumped in the reading comprehension of Louisiana's new students. Since the pandemic, third graders without reading comprehension have been distributed and increased. According to the latest jump scores, 41 % of them are currently not at grade reading. Considering the confusion caused by ...], it's not surprising.

Tax Restructuring Bills Advance

The latest version of Louisiana's Leape Score has been announced, revealing a little good news and an unreliable reality. As a whole, the students recovered slightly from the fall in Kovid in 2021, but have not yet reached the level of performance before the pandemic. There is also a good news.

2021 Legislative Session to Focus on Issues that Could Be Gamechangers

Last week, the Biden administration plans to open more than 700. 000 acras in Mexico to commercial marine fans. The target is the federal waters from Lake Chars to Galveston. It's just the beginning of a very large process, but this is possible.

K-12 Education Sees Huge Influx of Federal Recovery Funds

The other day, he introduced some of Louisiana's shortage of teachers and some of the Congress this year to deal with the problem. It was an important issue, and CABL recently had the opportunity to delve a little deeper into a new podcast from the Ministry of State Education, which is as interesting as [...].

2021 Legislative Issues – Fiscal Policies

Louisiana faces a serious shortage of teachers, as in almost all states in the United States. Pandemic, as before, the impact of Cobid 19 on school has worsened the situation. This year, the Louisiana Congress took some initial measures to address the issue, which is the [.......]

2021 Legislative Issues – Higher Education

In this year's legislative session, it was not always the "education" period. In the end, however, all levels of public education, especially new investments in students and teachers, were wonderful. This year, more than 170 educational bills were submitted, and the percentage exceeded 10 %.

2021 Legislative Issues – K-12 Education

This week, the House of Representatives Board of Education has rejected a series of bills to enact a new state law on how public schools teach races and gende r-related issues. These bills did not clearly mention critical racial theory, but they were widely seen as an attempt to prohibit the use of that concept, despite being [...]. 。

Governor’s Budget Supports Public Education

This week, BESE had an important discussion about the expectations for students. This deals with high school graduation in the COVID world. The core of this problem is worth considering. Louisiana schools, students and teachers spent two years in COVID. The school was closed early in 2020 and caused a shocking [...].

New national surveys on public education provide materials to think to Louisiana. According to the United States, education is an important priority, and that some important changes are needed to improve their academic ability. The results of this polls were reported by the nationwide educational reform organizations, The 74.

2021 Legislative Issues – Early Childhood Education

Until recently, the arrival of a new legislative assembly was not lon g-awaited until recently. For nearly 10 years since around 2008, the legislative council had a budget reduction. In recent years, the situation has begun to change, and this year's parliament is likely to be a budget reduction.

CABL will announce the 2022 leadership Louisiana class. This program is 34 years this year. This program has reached its 34th year this year, and more than 1, 400 graduates have been active as leaders in various fields.

This is the Year to Fix Louisiana’s Tax Structure

The recent discussion in Congress is that Congress has overturned the rejection of a new parliamentary ward by the governor, but now the parliament has submitted many substantial bills, especially in the educational field. This is not exactly an "education" session, but there are many important [...].

As a whole, it doesn't feel like a legislative meeting for a big new policy proposal, but some good ideas have emerged, making efforts to invest in important fields. It is early education that has attracted aggressive attention. In the first week of the exhibition, Senator submitted a bill to make early education permanent.

PAR Study Helps Everyone Understand Louisiana’s Constitution

The normal parliament in 2022 begins on Monday. Well, to think about the future, it is probably best to look back. Before the Governor of John Bell Edwards, the parliament has already become a sense of veto before the recent approved parliamentary diagram. now [...]...

2022 February 24, 2022 < Span> BESE has discussed the expectations for the students. This deals with high school graduation in the COVID world. The core of this problem is worth considering. Louisiana schools, students and teachers spent two years in COVID. The school was closed early in 2020 and caused a shocking [...].

An Education Roadmap for Our Future

New national surveys on public education provide materials to think to Louisiana. According to the United States, education is an important priority, and that some important changes are needed to improve their academic ability. The results of this polls were reported by the nationwide educational reform organizations, The 74.

Until recently, the arrival of a new legislative assembly was not lon g-awaited until recently. For nearly 10 years since around 2008, the legislative council had a budget reduction. In recent years, the situation has begun to change, and this year's parliament is likely to be a budget reduction.

CABL Recognizes Beth Courtney for Distinguished Service

CABL will announce the 2022 leadership Louisiana class. This program is 34 years this year. This program has reached its 34th year this year, and more than 1, 400 graduates have been active as leaders in various fields.

The recent discussion in Congress is that Congress has overturned the rejection of a new parliamentary ward by the governor, but now the parliament has submitted many substantial bills, especially in the educational field. This is not exactly an "education" session, but there are many important [...].

Tyron Picard Named 2021 CABL Chairman

As a whole, it doesn't feel like a legislative meeting for a big new policy proposal, but some good ideas have emerged, making efforts to invest in important fields. It is early education that has attracted aggressive attention. In the first week of the exhibition, Senator submitted a bill to make early education permanent.

The normal parliament in 2022 begins on Monday. Well, to think about the future, it is probably best to look back. Before the Governor of John Bell Edwards, the parliament has already become a sense of veto before the recent approved parliamentary diagram. now [...]...

Thanks for Your Support in 2020

February 24, 2022 This week, BESE discussed the expectations for students. This deals with high school graduation in the COVID world. The core of this problem is worth considering. Louisiana schools, students and teachers spent two years in COVID. The school was closed early in 2020 and caused a shocking [...].

New national surveys on public education provide materials to think to Louisiana. According to the United States, education is an important priority, and that some important changes are needed to improve their academic ability. The results of this polls were reported by the nationwide educational reform organizations, The 74.

District Profiles Reveal How Schools Respond to Differing Phases of COVID-19

Until recently, the arrival of a new legislative assembly was not lon g-awaited until recently. For nearly 10 years since around 2008, the legislative council had a budget reduction. In recent years, the situation has begun to change, and this year's parliament is likely to be a budget reduction.

CABL will announce the 2022 leadership Louisiana class. This program is 34 years this year. This program has reached its 34th year this year, and more than 1, 400 graduates have been active as leaders in various fields.

Voters Shouldn’t Forget Saturday’s Runoff Election

The recent discussion in Congress is that Congress has overturned the rejection of a new parliamentary ward by the governor, but now the parliament has submitted many substantial bills, especially in the educational field. This is not exactly an "education" session, but there are many important [...].

As a whole, it doesn't feel like a legislative meeting for a big new policy proposal, but some good ideas have emerged, making efforts to invest in important fields. It is early education that has attracted aggressive attention. In the first week of the exhibition, Senator submitted a bill to make early education permanent.

Early Voting Begins and Another Constitutional Amendment to Consider

The normal parliament in 2022 begins on Monday. Well, to think about the future, it is probably best to look back. Before the Governor of John Bell Edwards, the parliament has already become a sense of veto before the recent approved parliamentary diagram. now [...]...

February 24, 2022

School District Profiles Show Education Response to COVID-19

There are a few things that everyone knows about redistribution. It is performed every 10 years to reflect the fluctuation of the population. There is a concept called one vote per person, and basically means that each constituency has almost the same number of people. This is a political process, and tends to hit various groups.

10 February 2022

An Election Day of Importance

The educational world is actively discussing dual emphasis (dual enrollment), which can acquire universities while in high school. The number of participants in the Louisiana Dual Entrollment Program has been increasing in recent years, but much less than the number of participants the educational leaders want. New dual [...] ...

January 28, 2022

Special Session Wrap

This week, Governor John Bell Edwards has announced his administrative budget proposals next year, with the priority of the federal government's Cavid Relief Fund and how many new budgets to use. At the moment, the government is only making proposals, and the parliamentarians will decide how the budget is ultimately used [...] ...

January 13, 2022

Take Advantage of Early Voting

With the New Year, there are various movements in the political world. First, a reorganization of the constituency in Louisiana is held. This is performed every 10 years, and it is a notable process for citizens. on the other hand [...]...

CABL Position on the 2020 Constitutional Amendments

November 12, 2021

Governor Mike Foster – An Education Legacy

For many years, CABL has been working on the State Tax Policy with the goal of increasing the competitiveness of Louisiana to other states. For the past 20 years, we have experienced both success and failure. But tomorrow, it is an opportunity to approve the two constitutional amendments to clearly support Louisiana's advance. Correction draft 1 [...] ...

November 4, 2021

CABL Releases Briefing on What Phase 3 Reopening Means for Instruction in Louisiana Schools

There are many discussions throughout the country regarding civil education and social studies education. In Louisiana, the standards for social studies are examined and arrived. What you teach about the history and its strengths and shortcomings is a subtle issue. Good news [...] ...

28 October 2021

Special Session Will Have Lots to Talk About, But Needs Sharp Focus

Early voting begins on Saturday. For many people in Louisiana, there is not much attention to this year's ballot paper, but that does not mean that voters should decide. Four constitutional amendments have been submitted to voters, of which two of them deal with some major policy changes. it is [...]...

October 21, 2021

Leadership Louisiana Alumni Leading in Hurricane Recovery – You Can Help, Too

The two constitutional amendments on the November ballot are a unique opportunity to streamline, simplify and improve Louisiana's tax system. They are the product of months of hard work, compromise and persecution, and they are a sign that government is working as people expect it to. As the election draws closer, isolated voices are growing.

A new resilience in the aftermath of Hurricane Laura

October 12, 2021

Bridging the Digital Divide in Education

In 1995, CABL worked on an election project called "The People's Agenda." This was a citizen-based effort to raise awareness of key issues in the gubernatorial and legislative races. As part of this, we partnered with Louisiana Public Broadcasting to televise the first statewide gubernatorial debate. I didn't know it then.

Despite Dip in Graduation Rates, Strong Education Efforts Must Continue

September 13, 2021

Thanks to Our Educators Who Are Frontline Workers in the World of COVID

In 2021, the Louisiana General Assembly passed nine new constitutional amendments. The good news for voters is that only four of them are on the ballot this year. The two amendments are part of a major tax reform initiative that policy groups and task forces have been discussing for years. [...]

It’s Up to Us to Stop the Spread of COVID in Louisiana

Decades of research have shown that quality early childhood education has a significant impact on early school readiness and student academic achievement, but less is known about its potential impact through high school. CABL's new study provides the first set of findings that statewide public pre-K programs can help promote long-term [...]

Schools Will Reopen With Big Changes

This week, the Louisiana Department of Education released a plan for how school districts in the state should spend the nearly $4 billion in federal relief money that flowed into the state because of the pandemic. About 90% of that revenue will go to local school districts, which have been given significant discretionary powers by the federal government.

The End of a “Viral” Special Session

The biggest question surrounding the recently ended school year has been one that's not even fun to think about: how much the pandemic will hurt student achievement. State tests were not administered in 2020, so 2021 scores will be compared to 2019. Given the disruptions to classes over the past school year, [...]...

A Time to Think About Equity in Public Education

In 2019, CABL partnered with the Public Affairs Research Council and the 100 Commission on Economic Development on a unique initiative called "Reset Louisiana." It was an election year and the goal was to focus candidates' attention on four issues critical to the state's future: state fiscal policy, transportation infrastructure, education, [...]

Some Progress in Education During 2020 Legislative Session

The Government Research Association (GRA) has awarded a Pending Policy Award to the Reset Louisiana Initiative, a collaboration between CABL, the Public Affairs Research Council, and the Economic Development 100 Committee. Founded in 1914, GRA is a national organization for government research professionals. Membership includes members in the state and urban public sector.

CABL Education Priorities in Response to COVID-19: Postsecondary

With the passing of Edwin Edwards this week, Louisiana lost four former governors in less than two years. Edwards, Buddy Romer, Mike Foster, and Kathleen Blanco combined to govern Louisiana for more than 30 years. Their leadership spanned two centuries, signaling in a big way the end of a kind of [...]

CABL Education Priorities in Response to COVID-19: K-12

With the passing of Edwin Edwards this week, Louisiana lost four former governors in less than two years. Edwards, Buddy Romer, Mike Foster, and Kathleen Blanco combined to govern Louisiana for more than 30 years. Their leadership spanned two centuries, signaling in a big way the end of a kind of [...]

CABL Education Priorities in Response to COVID-19

With the passing of Edwin Edwards this week, Louisiana lost four former governors in less than two years. Edwards, Buddy Romer, Mike Foster, and Kathleen Blanco combined to govern Louisiana for more than 30 years. Their leadership spanned two centuries, signaling in a big way the end of a kind of [...]

Improving Our Education Response to COVID-19

Buddy Romer's story is the story of many people fighting for reform. He is passionate about politics to improve the state, but he runs head-on against the obstacles of the political status quo. Although he only had one tumultuous term as governor, he brought real change to Louisiana. History should remember him for that.

The Governor of Louisiana outlined his plan for the first half of the $3. 2 billion (about 300 billion yen) that will come to Louisiana from the federal American Rescue Action. Recently, the House of Representatives also voiced their opinions. A final decision has not yet been made, but one proposal is continuing.

Thanks to Our CABL Champions and Visionaries

The big fiscal topic in this "Financial" session was tax reform. These bills got off to a fast start and are still in the works. But another big issue that had previously been on the back burner started moving this week: transportation and infrastructure. Over the past few months, [...]...

What Can You Do to Help RESET Louisiana?

It is called a budget meeting, but it appeared in the first week of the 2021 legislative meeting. The tw o-legendary tax committee held five meetings and discussed the most important tax bills in Congress. The bills that CABL are watching is as follows.

The legislative session, which starts this week, is a financial session in many ways. This parliament, which is held every year, not only focuses on money issues, but also to plan to use Covid Reclief, a federal government. I will. These combinations are [...] ...

CABL Letter to Members of the Louisiana House

Almost hard to understand, from April 2020 to today, the federal government has allocated about $ 4. 6 billion to support Cobid Pandemic for education from kindergartens to high school. That's a considerable amount. Many of them are for or refunded the actual costs related to the colon virus. It's not [...]

This year's legislative council will start in April, and CABL will work on a fulfilling legislative agenda with the Louisiana's partner PAR and the 100 Committee. Before the session, we will focus on some of the issues we are paying attention to. This time, about the state's financial policy. 2019 reset [...] ...

CABL Recommendations on Constitutional Amendments

This year's legislative council will begin in April, and CABL will work on a complete legislative agenda in cooperation with Louisiana Partners Par Restations and 100 Commissions. Before the exhibition, here are some of the issues we are paying attention to. Here we introduce higher education. Good news for higher education.

Louisiana Misses Another Opportunity for Comprehensive Fiscal Reform

This year's legislative council will begin in April, and CABL will work on a fulfilling legislative agenda with the Louisiana Partners Ret approval and the 10 0-person committee. Prior to the exhibition, here are some of the problems that CABL is paying attention to. This week, we are paying attention to the K-12 education. It may not be [...]

A Legislative Meltdown Over What?

Last week, Governor John Bell Edward announced a budget next year. Thanks to the new funding of the federal government, the budget has shown a slight growth since last year. This is good news for public education. The revenue growth assumed by the budget is modest, about $ 186 million [...] ...

25, February 2021 < Span> Budget meeting, which appeared in the first week of the 2021 legislative meeting. The tw o-legendary tax committee held five meetings and discussed the most important tax bills in Congress. The bills that CABL are watching is as follows.

CABL Invites 5 Candidates to U.S. Senate Debate to be Broadcast Statewide on LPB

The legislative session, which starts this week, is a financial session in many ways. This parliament, which is held every year, not only focuses on money issues, but also to plan to use Covid Reclief, a federal government. I will. These combinations are [...] ...

Helping Educators and Families Recover from the Floods

Almost hard to understand, from April 2020 to today, the federal government has allocated about $ 4. 6 billion to support Cobid Pandemic in education from kindergartens to high school. That's a considerable amount. Many of them are for or refunded the actual costs related to the colon virus. It's not [...]

Flood Recovery Information

This year's legislative council will start in April, and CABL will work on a fulfilling legislative agenda with the Louisiana's partner PAR and the 100 Committee. Before the session, we will focus on some of the issues we are paying attention to. This time, about the state's financial policy. 2019 reset [...] ...

Where Does Louisiana Stand Now that Legislative Sessions Finally Over?

This year's legislative council will begin in April, and CABL will work on a complete legislative agenda in cooperation with Louisiana Partners Par Restations and 100 Commissions. Before the exhibition, here are some of the issues we are paying attention to. Here we introduce higher education. Good news for higher education.

Time to Move On with Academic Standards

This year's legislative council will begin in April, and CABL will work on a fulfilling legislative agenda with the Louisiana Partners Ret approval and the 10 0-person committee. Prior to the exhibition, here are some of the problems that CABL is paying attention to. This week, we are paying attention to the K-12 education. It may not be [...]

4 September 2024

A Closer Look at Key CABL Indicators Is a Mixed Bag for Louisiana

A year ago, the Council for better Louisiana began a new initiative to comprehensively understand what roles in Louisiana play in important areas. The name is "Louisiana Fact Book": Facts for the Future. " One of the first reaction we received was: "It's the same as other lists.

CABL Indicators Measuring State’s Wellbeing Trending Down Year-to-Year

The 3 5-specific list of 35 indicators, designed to measure Louisiana's overall happiness, has been slightly declining since this time last year. Compared to what was announced in August 2023, Louisiana has moved forward in less than half of the indicators and retreated in the same number. A [...]

New LEAP Scores Are Out: What Do They Tell Us After the Pandemic?

It's a bit unfortunate that you can read from a recent article on the Washington Post. Previously, after education was interrupted due to Covid 19, the students seemed to be on the path of academic recovery, but new nationwide surveys showed that students were actually delayed. There is. It doesn't seem to be the case in Louisiana.

Reopening the Discussion on Tax Reform

"Welcome to the jungle". This is a statement from the Lichard Nelson Secretar y-General of the Remittee recently told the members of the Louisiana about financial difficulties. While talking about the difficulty of dealing with the significant decline in the expiration of the temporary tax, he also dismissed this.

Legislative Session Included Significant Focus on Education

The jus t-finished legislative council was a series of twists and turns. The no n-life insurance bill was passed. The Constitutional Treaty was not established. The parliament has decided not to put more than $ 700 million in special savings accounts to use for various large projects. And some problems are [...] ...

Legislature Should be Careful About Expanding Governor’s Power

"Louisiana's CEO has traditionally exercised political influence than other CEOs, although not all of the people who study Louisiana are not all those who have learned." The words were described in an article contributed to the Louisiana History Association several years ago by former Governor Edwin Edwards. [...]

CABL Believes New School Accountability Framework Is Big Step in the Right Direction

Cade Brumley's Superintendent of Education has announced proposals for new schools and district accountability systems for schools in Louisiana. This changes greatly from what is currently, but at the same time a big improvement. Most people know that our public schools have a responsibility system, and we have talk about [...].

Legislature Sends Discouraging Message on Education

Last week, the lower house passed a budget, which included discouragement reductions to teachers and childhood education. Most of the budgets are expected to be revived in the Senate, but it is a pity that Congress has issued a disturbing message about the support of the state [......]

Legislature Should Tread Lightly in Changing Political Appointments

This year, the State Congress has submitted many bills that significantly enhance the political appointment of Louisiana's Governor if passed. In Louisiana, where hundreds of committees and committees are currently appointed, if these bills are passed, the government's authority will increase as much as ever [...... ].]

Legislation this Session Could Improve Education Policies

The protagonist of the Educatio n-related proposal in the present parliament is a proposal that establishes a universal educational savings account (ESAS) and provides more school choices for parents. These bills are still undergoing deliberations and will be given details in the near future. Until then, read more [...]