La. Legislative Black Caucus

PLEASE JOIN US AT THE BATON ROUGE MARRIOTT
5500 HILTON AVENUE
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2024
FROM 11AM-1PM

REMINDER! Early voting is Sept. 30 through Oct. 7 (excluding Sunday, Oct. 1) from 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

For more information on early voting locations, visit www.sos.la.gov.

Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana to be bought by out of state insurance company - NewsBreak Millions of Blue Cross Blue Shield policy holders could be facing higher premiums if a proposed sale of the nonprofit insurer is approved to be bought by an out of state insurance company.

Never forget 9/11... New York, Pennsylvania, D. C. our country!
A National Tragedy!
Patriot Day 2023

Celebrate the beauty and dignity of Black men.

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HAPPENING TODAY: Be sure to tune in tonight for the first Louisiana gubernatorial debate!

WWL-TV hosts inaugural 2023 La. Gubernatorial Debate tonight at 7PM WWL-TV is hosting the first debate of the 2023 Louisiana Gubernatorial Election on Thursday, Sept. 7.

LLBC STATEMENT ON LOUISIANA GUBERNATORIAL DEBATE

REMINDER: A burn ban is currently in place. Let's make sure we're doing our part. 🚫🔥

‼️REMINDER‼️

STATEWIDE BURN BAN ISSUED DUE TO CONCERNING DRY CONDITIONS

BATON ROUGE- Due to the extremely dry conditions statewide and the concern over first responder safety in these dangerously high temperatures, State Fire Marshal Dan Wallis, along with Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain, has issued a statewide cease and desist order for all private burning, pursuant to authority under R.S. 40:1602.

Private burning shall only be allowed by permission of the local fire department or local government.

This order is effective as of 5:00 p.m., August 7, 2023, and shall remain in effect until rescinded.

This ban shall not apply to prescribed burns by the Department of Agriculture and Forestry, by those trained and certified by the Department of Agriculture and Forestry, or by those who conduct prescribed burning as a “generally accepted agriculture practice” as defined by the Louisiana Right to Farm Law
(R.S. 3:3601 et seq.).

The use of barbeque grills, fire pits and small campfires for brief, recreational COOKING purposes are allowed and not affected by the burn ban.

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PROHIBICIÓN DE QUEMADURAS EN TODO EL ESTADO DEBIDO A CONDICIONES SECAS

BATON ROUGE- Debido a las condiciones extremadamente secas en todo el estado y a la preocupación por la seguridad de los socorristas en estas temperaturas peligrosamente altas, el Jefe de Bomberos del Estado, Dan Wallis, junto con el Comisionado de Agricultura y Silvicultura, Mike Strain, emitieron una orden de cese y desistimiento en todo el estado para todas las quemas privadas, de conformidad con autoridad bajo R.S. 40:1602.

La quema privada solo se permitirá con el permiso del departamento de bomberos local o del gobierno local.

Esta orden entra en vigencia a partir de las 5:00 p. m. del 7 de Agosto de 2023 y permanecerá vigente hasta que sea rescindida.
Esta prohibición no se aplicará a las quemas prescritas realizadas por el Departamento de Agricultura y Silvicultura, por personas capacitadas y certificadas por el Departamento de Agricultura y Silvicultura, o por quienes realicen quemas prescritas como una "práctica agrícola generalmente aceptada" según lo define el Derecho de Luisiana. a la Ley Agrícola
(R.S. 3:3601 et seq.).

El uso de parrillas para barbacoa, fogatas y fogatas pequeñas para COCINAR breves y recreativas está permitido y no se ve afectado por la prohibición de quemar.

La violación de esta orden del Jefe de Bomberos podría resultar en sanciones penales y/o civiles.

Elections Matter!
Register to Vote

Oct. 14, 2023 - Gubernatorial Primary Election

The following is important information for the Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023 Gubernatorial Primary Election:
• The deadline to register to vote in person, by mail or at the OMV Office is Sept. 13.
• The deadline to register to vote through the GeauxVote Online Registration System is Sept. 23.
• Early voting is Sept. 30 through Oct. 7 (excluding Sunday, Oct. 1) from 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
• The deadline to request an absentee ballot is Oct. 10 by 4:30 p.m (other than military and overseas voters). You can request an absentee ballot online through our Voter Portal or in writing through your Registrar of Voters Office.
• The deadline for a registrar of voters to receive a voted absentee ballot is Oct. 13 by 4:30 p.m. (other than military and overseas voters).
• On election day, the polls are open from 7 a.m.-8 p.m.

CCA Fishing Rodeo Tournament
Grand Isle 2023
Pic 1-Representatives: Marcus Bryant, Dustin Miller, Larry Selders, Jason Hughes, Vincent Pierre-Caucus Chairman, and former Caucus Chairman Randal L. Gaines...

Pic 2- Multiple event attendees...

Pic 3--Chairman Pierre and his lovely mother

Pic 4 - Gubernatorial Candidate Shawn Wilson, Caucus Chair VIncent J. Pierre, and an unknown angler.

Thanks to the CCA Group and Attorney Suchitra Satpathi, a great time was had by all in attendance... See you next year!

The LLBC extends our heartfelt condolences and prayers to the Cantrell family on the passing of Jason Cantrell, husband of New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell.

ICYMI: Yesterday was historic in so many ways. Members of the LLBC had the esteemed pleasure of attending and participating in the ceremony to unveil the Louisiana Heritage Monument.

This monument is a wonderful reflection of the indebtedness we have to our brave black military veterans who have fought and sacrificed for our country.

A special thank you to the LLBC's very own Senator Gerald Boudreaux for authoring legislation, and Senator Royce Duplessis for securing the artist who created the Louisiana Heritage Monument.

And, thank you to Gov. John Bel Edwards , the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs , and all our LLBC members and supporters who helped to make this possible.

What is realllly going on at the Supreme Court? Affirmative Action for College and University admission policy, GUTTED...Wow

LLBC STATEMENT ON U.S. SUPREME COURT DECISION REGARDING AFFIRMATIVE ACTION

ICYMI: Here's a recap of some bills lead by members, during the 2023 Legislative Session, as we work to enhance the quality of life for minorities throughout Louisiana.

Stay tuned as we share more accomplishments and insights from our members throughout the 2023 Regular Legislative Session.

LLBC STATEMENT ON U.S. SUPREME COURT DECISION REGARDING LOUISIANA CONGRESSIONAL MAPS

On this day, we reflect.

On this day, we celebrate the emancipation of FREEDOM for all our enslaved ancestors.

On this day, we recognize the progress and commitments to advancing the future of African-Americans across the nation.

Yesterday's 3rd Annual Golf Tournament was a huge success! Congratulations to our tournament team winners!

Additionally, we would like to express our appreciation to our Title, Platinum, and Gold Sponsors for their generous sponsorships and continued support of .

La Therapeutic Alternatives
Talbot, Carmouche & Marcello
AT&T
CareSouth
Harvey Gulf
Louisiana Afl-Cio
Louisiana Association of Educators
Louisiana Healthcare Connections
Louisiana REALTORS
The Picard Group
Air Products
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Crescent River Port Pilots
Gov. John Bel Edwards
Louisiana Association for Justice
Louisiana Hospital Association
Louisiana Nursing Home Association
NOBRA Pilots
Paul Rainwater
Rural Hospital Coalition
Southern University Foundation
Ochsner Health
Ourso Beychok, Inc.

Team members for the 3rd Annual Golf Tournament are making their way through the green. 🏌‍♀️🏌🏾

We even have some special 🦆 friends joining us this morning. Their golf game is questionable, but their swimming skills are impeccable.

members and golf tourney teams are checking in as we gear up for a wonderful day on the ⛳️!

This morning we're preparing to tee off for the 3rd Annual Golf Tournament.

Stay tuned as we bring you updates throughout the day from the tournament. 🌞⛳️🏌🏾

Help Us End Hair Discrimination in the Workplace, Schools, and Pools Currently, it is legal to discriminate against a person in the workplace, schools, and/or pools because of their natural or protective hairstyle in all states except for California, New York, New Jersey, Virginia, Colorado, Washington, Maryland, Connecticut, Delaware, New Mexico, Nebraska, Nevada, O...

Moms Demand Action is an organization that fights for public safety measures to protect people from gun violence.

I am honored that my experience in the Louisiana House Of Representatives championing common sense gun legislation and my platform for State Senate has earned me their distinction as a Gun Sense Candidate.

LLBC Road Show Continues ---Next Up: Shreveport La.
Monday, October 10, 2022 at the La. State Museum on Greenwood.
6:00pm-7:30pm and Q&A--7:30pm-8pm.
Hope to see you there!!!😃