The Louisiana Legislature’s 2026 Regular Session ended yesterday, June 1.
Both the City of Shreveport and Caddo Parish have lobbyists on retainer.
The city lobbyist previously gave an interim presentation on the session.
The Caddo Parish lobbyist has not appeared before the Commission.
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry can veto legislation. Additionally, he has a line-item veto over the state budget and appropriations legislation.
After the veto period has elapsed both lobbyists should give a detailed written and oral reports on the just adjourned session on all pertinent statewide acts and specifically those that affect the city and the parish.
John came to Shreveport in January of 1977 when he was transferred to Barksdale AFB.
He’s been active in Shreveport politics since deciding to make Shreveport his home.
John practiced law for 40 years and he now monitors local politics. He regularly attends Shreveport City Council and Caddo Parish Commission meetings.
John is published weekly in The Inquisitor, bi-monthly in The Forum News, and frequently in the Shreveport Times.
He enjoys addressing civic groups on local government issues and elections.