AGP Executive Report
Last update: 14 minutes agoLouisiana Shrimp Fight: The Louisiana House unanimously approved a resolution urging the USDA to buy Louisiana shrimp under Section 32, arguing foreign shrimp and rising costs are squeezing local producers and threatening the industry’s future. Redistricting Power Play: With the U.S. Supreme Court’s Callais ruling still reshaping the map, Louisiana’s GOP-controlled Senate is set to vote on a plan aimed at keeping Republicans in control of the U.S. House—another move that could further reduce majority-Black districts. Wildlife Protection Law: Louisiana has banned intentional balloon releases starting Aug. 1, citing balloon litter that can harm wildlife and livestock and even interfere with power lines. Local Politics & Campaigns: Republican U.S. Senate hopeful Julia Letlow picked up endorsements from top Louisiana lawmakers as she heads into a June 27 GOP runoff. Weather Watch: New Orleans-area forecasts point to a hot, humid weekend with mostly dry conditions and a small chance of pop-up storms, with hurricane season starting June 1. Business & Growth: A new downtown coworking hub opened as TrayAway expands, signaling continued demand for flexible work space in New Orleans.
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