NDF-New Orleans

06/02/2026

https://www.businessreport.com/politics/winners-losers-and-whats-next-after-the-2026-legislative-session

A push to redraw congressional maps produced the biggest fireworks in a legislative session that ended Monday.

06/01/2026

https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2026/05/are-you-ready-hurricane-season?utm_source=govdelivery

Hurricane season starts today. Are you prepared? Wherever you live, scammers follow whatever weather emergencies may strike. So as this hurricane season gets started, check over your family’s emergency plan and restock your supply kit. And then check out the FTC’s Dealing with Weather Emergencie...

05/25/2026

05/18/2026

https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2026/05/tell-ftc-about-your-experience-online-food-and-grocery-delivery-fees-and-pricing?utm_source=govdelivery

If you’re deciding whether to have food or groceries delivered, you’re probably weighing price versus convenience. And to weigh those properly, it helps to know, well, the total price of delivery — including any fees you’ll have to pay, what they’re for, and when you’ll have to pay them....

05/14/2026

If you Don't Know, or Didn't know!
Louisiana's "usurper" statutes (LA R.S. 42:71-76) are Reconstruction-era laws, recently invoked in May 2026 by Attorney General Liz Murrill, that penalize public officials for recognizing or supporting an illegitimate officeholder. Violating these laws can lead to automatic forfeiture of office, which the Governor may then fill.Key Aspects of the Usurper StatutesPurpose: The statutes empower the state to remove public officials who aid, recognize, or give "adhesion" to any authority or official deemed a "usurper".Forfeiture & Penalties: Public officials who violate these laws can automatically lose their own positions. Additionally, individuals acting as usurpers (assuming office illegally) can be fined up to \(\$500\) or imprisoned for up to six months, with each day counting as a new offense.History: The law dates back to the 1870s to combat white supremacy and attempts to displace elected officials during Reconstruction, and it was expanded in 1960.2026 Application (New Orleans Clerk Dispute)As of May 2026, the Attorney General threatened to enforce these laws against New Orleans city officials (Council members, Mayor, District Attorney) who supported a new interim clerk of court.The Conflict: The Attorney General argued that Act 15 did not create a vacancy in the Orleans Parish Clerk of Court, but rather merged offices and kept Chelsey Richard Napoleon as the lawful, incumbent clerk.The Threat: Because the City Council, through a 5-2 vote, appointed an interim judge and recognized a "fictional office," the AG warned that these officials could have their positions vacated if they did not retract their actions.Relevant StatutesR.S. 42:71: Defines usurpation and penalties.R.S. 42:73: Allows for the forfeiture of office for recognizing a usurper.

05/07/2026

Join us on May 7th for a pre-commencement Fireside Chat with Congressman Troy A. Carter and Lt. Gen. Russell L. Honoré, hosted by Dillard President Dr. Monique Guillory. You won't want to miss it!

05/06/2026

Louisiana Constitutional Amendment 5, appearing on the May 16, 2026 ballot, proposes raising the mandatory retirement age for judges from 70 to 75. A "YES" vote supports this change, allowing judges to serve until age 75 while keeping the provision to complete their term of office, aiming to retain experienced judges.Proposed Change: Amend Article V, Section 23(B) to move the mandatory retirement age from 70 to 75.Key Details: Judges who turn 75 while in office can complete their term.Arguments For: Supporters argue it retains experienced, experienced jurists, aligns with increased life expectancy, and argue judges are the only elected officials with such limits.Arguments Against: Opponents argue that voters have historically rejected similar attempts (1995 and 2014) to eliminate or raise these age limits, preferring younger, changing representation.Context: Currently, 16 states (including Louisiana) set a mandatory retirement age of 70, while 8 states, including Florida and Texas, have a limit of 75.

05/06/2026

Louisiana Amendment 4 (2026), based on ACT 221-HB 366 of the 2025 Session, allows parishes to exempt or reduce property taxes on business inventory if approved by local officials (sheriff, school board, and parish council). It also creates separate, specific property tax classifications for business inventory and railroad public service property.Key Details of the Proposed Amendment:Optional Exemption: Parishes can vote to exempt business inventory (goods held for sale or in production) from property taxes.Conditions: The exemption requires unanimous agreement from the local sheriff, school board, and parish governing authority.Compensation: If a parish chooses to irrevocably exempt inventory, it may receive a one-time payment from the Revenue Stabilization Trust Fund.Public Service Property: The amendment creates a separate classification for certain Public Service Property, excluding land, owned by railroad companies.Effective Date: If passed, the changes will apply to tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2026.Election Date: This amendment is scheduled for the April 18, 2026, statewide election.Arguments Pro/Con:Support: Proponents argue this encourages economic growth, reduces tax burdens on local businesses, and makes Louisiana more competitive with states that do not tax inventory.Opposition: Opponents may be concerned about the potential reduction in tax revenue for local government services and schools, even with the proposed one-time state compensation.This analysis is based on the text of Act No. 221 of the 2025 Regular Session and Ballotpedia documentation.