Governor Landry Joins President Trump to Announce Hyundai Motor Group Selects Louisiana as Site of First-of-its-Kind, $5.8 Billion Steel Manufacturing Facility

Company’s First North American Steel Facility Expected to create 5,500 new jobs in Capital Region

Washington, DC—Today, Governor Landry joined President Trump at the White House to announce Hyundai Steel Company (HSC) selected Louisiana as a first-of-its-kind steel manufacturing facility. It is expected to create 1,400 direct new jobs with an average salary of $95,000. Louisiana Economic Development (LED) estimates the project will result in 4,100 indirect new jobs, for a total of 5,500 new jobs in the Capital Region. Construction is expected to begin in the third quarter of 2026. 

“Hyundai’s decision to invest nearly $6 billion in Ascension Parish speaks volumes about Louisiana’s skilled workforce, robust infrastructure, and our ability to compete for innovative manufacturing facilities,” said Governor Jeff Landry.“This announcement makes clear that Louisiana’s manufacturing sector is roaring back, thanks to our historic tax reforms, and President Trump’s economic policies. I committed to revitalizing Louisiana's economy, and with global giants like Hyundai and Meta now in our state, Louisiana is finally seeing progress.”

Background:

This is the largest single economic development project announcement in our region since the formation of BRAC in 2005. HSC plans to import an estimated 3.6 million tons of iron ore annually to the facility. Completed coils will be shipped out via rail and truck to customers, including Kia, General Motors (GM) and Ford. The largest portion of steel manufactured in Louisiana will be sent to Hyundai Motor Company’s vehicle manufacturing plants throughout the U.S. The mill is expected to produce 2.7 million metric tons of steel annually.

HSC is partnering with the Port of South Louisiana to build a deep-water dock on the West Bank of Ascension Parish to accommodate steel and materials shipments. Other infrastructure upgrades, including road, rail, electric and pipelines, will enable the full development of RiverPlex Megapark, attracting future suppliers and customers. 

To support the project’s workforce needs, River Parishes Community College and the Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS) will develop a new local workforce training center equipped with hands-on skills coaches from LED’s FastStart program and modern learning spaces to provide job-specific instruction and administrative assistance. HSC will also have access to the full suite of LED FastStart workforce recruitment, training and sustainability services. 

Governor Landry Fulfills Promise of Justice for Mary Elliot and Family

On November 27, 1996, the day before Thanksgiving, Mary “Molly” Elliot left work to retrieve her car at the Sheraton parking garage in downtown New Orleans. Instead of the 28-year-old advertising executive enjoying a planned date with her husband, Molly was carjacked, kidnapped, robbed, and raped. She was then marched nude down a dirt path in St. Tammany Parish, where Hoffman made her kneel and shot her execution style on a makeshift dock near the Middle Pearl River.  

Since that dreadful day, Molly’s family and friends have been forced to relive the tragedy through countless legal proceedings. They have lived with the pain for 28 years, with a promise of justice that went unanswered.  

Tonight, after 28 years, Justice was served. The State of Louisiana fulfilled the contract it made with the family and friends of Mary “Molly” Elliot.  

"It is unfortunate that bad people exist, and they do real bad things. When these acts of violence happen, society must not tolerate it. God is as Just as he is Merciful; and my hope is that when Louisiana empties death row, there will never be another victim whose perpetrator must be placed there.  In Louisiana, we will always prioritize victims over criminals, law and order over lawlessness, and justice over the status quo. If you commit heinous acts of violence in this State, it will cost you your life. Plain and simple," said Gov. Landry

Governor Jeff Landry Introduces Fiscal Year 2026 Budget

A tremendous step forward for fiscal responsibility.

Baton Rouge, LA— Ahead of the Joint Legislative Committee on the Budget, Governor Jeff Landry addressed his annual budget plan. This budget was built on the goal of flat funding for this fiscal year when compared to the last year and continues the trend of decreasing the overall amount of money that our government spends. Specifically, the budget to be presented Thursday, based on the goal of flat funding, will show that with Total State Funds (State General Fund, Fees and Self-Generated Revenues, and Statutory Dedications): 

- We decreased total state funds by $1 billion, when including carryforwards 

- We decreased total state funds by over $400 million, excluding carryforwards 

Federal funds increased because of efficiencies in the RESTORE program. This comes as a result of the work we continue to pursue in improving state government operations. 

Governor Landry’s address can be found HERE. 

Full Text Below: 

Hi everyone, Governor Jeff Landry here.  

With the help of the Legislature, during my first year as Governor we have made MAJOR progress.  

We’ve introduced the largest single jobs and economic development project in the history of our state with the Meta investment in North Louisiana.  

We changed our criminal justice system to focus on the victims more than criminals. 

Our education reforms are giving us the best test scores in a generation. 

We provided the largest tax cut in our state’s history! 

And that work will continue with a YES vote from you on Amendment TWO in the statewide election on March 29th 

Your vote is a vote to gain a permanent tax cut, a permanent teacher pay raise, and a permanent government growth limit. 

All of this is in addition to the fiscally responsible budget passed during my first year in office.  

As we begun to reign in runaway government spending—spending $2 billion dollars less than the previous year. 

Now, this week, my administration will further this work in presenting a Fiscal Year 2026 budget.  

This budget was built on the goal of flat funding for this fiscal year when compared to the last year and continues to the trend of decreasing the overall amount of money that we spend. 

This is a tremendous step forward for fiscal responsibility. 

This new budget will allow us to use any new revenue on non-recurring expenditures, such as continuing to lower the personal income tax rate even further OR by making investments in critical state infrastructure such as roads, bridges, water, and sewer systems. 

This was accomplished by finding efficiencies including…. 

Savings of over $11 million in the Louisiana Department of Health 

Over $1 million of savings in the Department of Energy and Natural Resources  

$2.3 million worth of savings in the Division of Administration  

There is still more work to be done. 

That is why I have created a fiscal responsibility program, and I have appointed a Budget Czar to review government expenditures and seek even greater efficiencies.  

I conducted a similar review as the Attorney General and we achieved significant savings.  

I expect we will again achieve great results. 

I continue to be focused on turning our State around - working with my team, the Legislature, and our people to make Louisiana a great state with a growing economy and strong revenue. 

To accomplish this, we must continue making these structural reforms. 

I believe our budget once again sets us on the right path toward fiscal responsibility and shared prosperity.  

I look forward to working with our Legislature to achieve these goals. 

It is going to be a great year! 

Governor Jeff Landry Signs Extradition Warrant for New York Doctor

Baton Rouge, LA— At the request of Attorney General Liz Murrill and District Attorney Tony Clayton, Governor Jeff Landry has signed the extradition warrant for New York Doctor Margaret Carpenter. A grand jury in West Baton Rouge Parish indicted Carpenter for the charge of Criminal Abortion by Means of Abortion-Inducing Drugs, a violation of La. R.S. 14:87.9(A) and (B)(1), committed on or about April 5, 2024. Extradition warrant attached.

Governor Landry addressed the case, and his video can be found HERE. 

Promises Made, Promises Kept: Justice Coming for Crime Victims

Baton Rouge, LA— Today, Governor Jeff Landry is announcing that the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections has finalized and implemented an updated protocol that allows for the sentences of those on Death Row to be carried out. 

This Protocol for Executions of Death Sentences includes procedures for the nitrogen hypoxia method recently approved, in a bipartisan fashion, by the Louisiana Legislature. This allows Louisiana to keep its promises made to the victims of these horrific crimes and to the communities whose citizens unanimously agreed to impose the most severe punishment on those criminals. 

“For too long, Louisiana has failed to uphold the promises made to victims of our State’s most violent crimes; but that failure of leadership by previous administrations is over,” said Governor Jeff Landry. “The time for broken promises has ended; we will carry out these sentences and justice will be dispensed.” 

“These capital punishment cases have been reviewed at every judicial level, have had decades of unsuccessful appeals, and the death sentences affirmed by the courts,” continued Governor Landry. “I expect our DA’s to finalize these cases and the courts to move swiftly to bring justice to the crime victims who have waited for too long.” 

“I anticipate the national press will embellish on the feelings and interests of the violent death row murderers, we will continue to advocate for the innocent victims and the loved ones left behind,” concluded Governor Landry. 

A brief summary of Louisiana’s updated protocol, which builds upon Alabama’s constitutionally approved method, may be found attached to this release. 

Gov. Landry Issues State of Emergency In Response to Terrorist Attack on Bourbon Street

Will help utilize all available state resources 

Baton Rouge, La— Today, in response to the tragic terrorist attack that took place on Bourbon Street earlier this morning, Governor Jeff Landry issued a State of Emergency in Orleans Parish. This will allow for the utilization of all available state resources ahead of Super Bowl LIX and Mardi Gras. It is the duty of the Governor to meet the dangers to the state that emergencies such as this present. This Administration is committed to providing every resource necessary to keep every person that visits or lives in this state safe. EO attached.

“From day one, my commitment to the people of this state has been that we will not look the other way. We will not allow heinous acts of crime such as the one this morning to dampen the Louisiana spirit and ruin our way of life. This Administration will not tolerate one of the jewel cities of the State to remain with these conditions. This state of emergency is a necessity in order to ensure that every single person, place, and street across the city of New Orleans is the most safe and secure in the world,” said Governor Landry.

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Governor Landry and Attorney General Murrill Release a Joint Statement Regarding Department of Justice Lawsuit

Baton Rouge, LA- The following is a joint statement from Governor Landry and Attorney General Murrill in response to Joe Biden’s Justice Department’s frivolous lawsuit. 

“This is Grinch Joe Biden’s parting Christmas present to the State and the people of Louisiana.

The Trump administration would likely have not allowed this case to be filed. As we saw this week in Concordia Parish, Joe Biden and Merrick Garland’s orders seem clear - jam through as many frivolous cases as possible before the clock runs out. 

This is the same radical ‘justice’ department that goes after political opponents, targets Catholics, and sees concerned school parents as a threat. All the while our country was being invaded at our southern border and violent crime was on the rise across the Nation. The American people have had enough of Biden’s inept DOJ. 

As we have continuously said, this problem stems from the failed criminal justice reforms pushed by the past administration. These reforms ultimately complicated the criminal justice system, giving criminals a get out of jail free card.

This past year, we have taken significant action to keep Louisianans safe and ensure those who commit the crime, also do the time.

The State of Louisiana is committed to preserving the constitutional rights of Louisiana citizens. 

We look forward to fighting this, because the safety of Louisianans is our top priority.”

Governor Landry Signs Executive Order Creating Fiscal Responsibility Program

Baton Rouge, LA- Today, Governor Jeff Landry signed an executive order establishing a Fiscal Responsibility Program which will monitor state spending and ensure our government operates in the most efficient and effective manner. The Program will be led by Fiscal Responsibility Czar, Steve Orlando, and will be comprised of a minimum of nine members. These include Senators Hodges, Miguez, Boudreaux, and Stine, who were appointed by the President of the Senate. Also included will be Representatives McFarland, Fisher, Tarver and Berault, who were appointed by the Speaker of the House. Executive Order attached.

Fiscal responsibility has been a top priority for Governor Landry. As the Louisiana Attorney General, Governor Landry started a “Fiscal Responsibility Project” and in just the first year, he recognized approximately $1 million in savings. As a member of the U.S. Congress, he returned over 10% of his office budget and asked for it to be used to pay down debt.

“In Louisiana, we always strive to have a government that is of, by, and for the people. A government that runs efficiently and effectively is a government that best serves her people. Throughout my time in the U.S. Congress and as the Louisiana Attorney General, I have prioritized finding ways to cut out fiscal waste and end government bureaucracy. My time as Governor is no different,” said Governor Jeff Landry. “I look forward to the work Steve Orlando and the rest of the members will accomplish, as we seek to build a government in Louisiana as good as her people.” 

Landry Announces Meta Selects North Louisiana as Site of $10 Billion Meta Artificial Intelligence Optimized Data Center

• Project is expected to result in 500 or more direct new jobs, more than 1,000 indirect jobs and 5,000 construction workers at peak.

• Expansive technology campus will occupy 4 million square feet on the 2,250-acre former Franklin Farm mega site.

• This project is expected to be the largest private capital investment announcement in the state’s history.

• Entergy worked with Meta to address energy needs, and Meta will match its electricity use with 100% clean and renewable energy.

• Meta has committed to invest more than $200 million in local infrastructure improvements, including roads and water systems.

RICHLAND PARISH, LA. – Today, Governor Landry joined Secretary of LED Susan Bourgeois in announcing Facebook and Instagram parent company, Meta, will build a massive $10 billion artificial intelligence data center in northeast Louisiana, a transformational investment that cements the state’s status as a major innovation hub and puts this picturesque rural community on the leading edge of a global digital revolution. This facility is the largest of more than 20 Meta data centers around the world.   

“Today, Louisiana begins a new chapter. Today, we are delivering new jobs and economic growth on a scale unimaginable before we took office,” Governor Jeff Landry said. “Meta’s investment establishes the region as an anchor in Louisiana’s rapidly expanding tech sector, revitalizes one of our state’s beautiful rural areas, and creates opportunities for Louisiana workers to fill high-paying jobs of the future. I thank Meta for their commitment to our state, and to the State Legislature for positioning Louisiana to win this project by passing new tax reform legislation that attracts capital investment and improves Louisiana’s business tax climate.”

“Meta is building the future of human connection and the technology that makes it possible. And this data center will be an important part of that mission,” said Kevin Janda, Meta Director of Data Center Strategy. “Richland Parish in Louisiana is an outstanding location for Meta to call home for a number of reasons. It provides great access to infrastructure, a reliable grid, a business-friendly climate, and wonderful community partners that have helped us move this project forward. We’re thrilled to be a new member of the Richland Parish community and are committed to investing in its long-term vitality.”

LED expects the project, one of the largest private capital investments in the state’s history, to spark new economic activity and investments throughout northeast Louisiana as multiple industries benefit from the billions of dollars invested. Meta makes a concerted effort to source labor and materials locally, and partners with local schools and organizations to advance STEAM education and digital skills that can be used to compete in the digital workforce.

“This project is an example of what Louisiana can accomplish when economic development partners play offense rather than waiting for good projects to come to them,” LED Secretary Susan B. Bourgeois said. “Louisiana has been actively positioning itself as a hub for AI innovation, with plans to support startups, grow a skilled workforce, and shape forward-thinking policy. Meta’s historic investment is just the beginning of a bold strategy to drive economic growth through AI, expand and diversify the state’s tech sector, and prove to the world that when Louisiana says that we are ready to compete on the global stage, we mean business.”

To power the data center, which at its largest point extends more than one mile from front to back, Entergy will add clean, efficient power plants to its system to meet growing power demands, including from the data center. Meta has pledged to match its electricity use with 100% clean and renewable energy and will be working with Entergy to bring at least 1,500 MW of new renewable energy to the grid through its Geaux Zero program. In addition, Meta has committed to contribute up to $1 million a year to Entergy’s “The Power to Care” low-income ratepayer support program, a figure that will be matched by Entergy Louisiana.

“This partnership underscores Entergy Louisiana’s commitment to powering progress and driving innovation,” Entergy Louisiana President and CEO Phillip May said. “By supporting this transformational investment, we are not only delivering the energy needed today, but also building the infrastructure that will support a brighter, more sustainable future for all of Louisiana. Together, we’re laying the foundation for economic growth that will benefit generations to come. We could not be more proud to play a critical role in this monumental endeavor.”

In addition to Meta’s commitment to match its electricity usage with clean and renewable energy, the company prioritizes water stewardship in its operations, including minimizing water use at its data centers. Meta has pledged to restore more water than it consumes at this data center by investing in water restoration projects in Louisiana.

To support both the construction and eventual operation of the data center, Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS) has committed $250,000 in Workforce Rapid Response funding to Delta Community College to develop programs and expand capacity. Delta will scale up its construction trades programs to meet the initial construction needs, and partner with peer institutions experienced in developing and delivering curricula for data center operations. 

“The parish is excited about the project we look forward to assisting in every way,” Richland Parish Supervisor Joey Evans said. “I am so proud of the collaboration and cooperation among our state, regional, parish and local partners. The manner in which the communities of Rayville, Holly Ridge and Delhi came together to make this project a reality speaks volumes about our parish’s ability to rise to any challenge.” 

Meta expects construction to continue through 2030 with site work beginning in December. The company has also committed to invest more than $200 million in local infrastructure improvements, including roads and water systems.

The company is expected to take advantage of a new Louisiana incentive program, established by Act 730, that offers qualifying projects a state and local sales and use tax rebate on the purchase or lease of data center equipment. Meta is also expected to participate in the state’s Quality Jobs program. 

“This project will create a transformational change for the residents of the entire Northeast Region,” Grow NELA President and CEO Rob Cleveland said. “Meta chose northeast Louisiana because of the availability of reliable, low-cost energy; access to flat, developable land and a business-friendly environment led by Governor Landry. This project opens the floodgates for data center development in Louisiana, and we are prepared for what’s ahead.”

LANDRY: Congress Should Reauthorize the Farm Bill

American farmers feed the world, and it’s time we have their backs!
I am proud to join @GOPGovs in urging Congress to reauthorize the Farm Bill. This bill provides the agriculture industry the support they need and deserve! https://t.co/LI0CAl1KFi

— Governor Jeff Landry (@LAGovJeffLandry) December 2, 2024

Governor Jeff Landry Concludes Historic Tax Reform Special Session

Fulfilling Campaign Promise of Growing Louisiana’s Economy 

Baton Rouge, LA – Today, Governor Jeff Landry marked the close of the special legislative session on Tax Reform. When Governor Landry ran for office, he promised the people of Louisiana that he would work to achieve a government as good as the people of Louisiana. As Governor, he has focused on fixing crime, improving our education system, and rebuilding our economy.  This special session, he achieved his goals of putting more money in people’s pockets, making Louisiana more competitive, ensuring citizens pay less money to government, fixing the fiscal cliff—providing our teachers a much-deserved pay raise, and simplifying our tax code—eliminating special interest loopholes. 

Governor Jeff Landry gives end of session address

When I took office, I promised you that I would fight for bold reforms, that I would challenge the status quo, and that I would never rest until Louisiana was a place where opportunity and prosperity were available to all. 

We worked on public safety and we have seen tangible results. We worked on education with reforms that place the parent and teacher at the front of the line.  

We promised you that we would work on Louisiana’s economy.  

To do that, we knew that we have to overhaul our outdated and bloated tax code—giving people and businesses an incentive to come to Louisiana. 

Today, we have taken the first huge step.  

Today we have made generational change in this State. We now stand at the threshold of a new era for Louisiana, having just concluded a historic tax reform session.  

If you are sailing to get somewhere, it is always easier if you are sailing with the wind to your back.  

If you find yourself ,like this State, with the wind in your face you no longer can sail the same way.  

Our State has been trying decade after decade to sail with the wind at our face. 

Our only way to get ahead is to change our position so that the wind is at our back. And if you are sailing is not an easy maneuver, and it is most difficult on the first turn.  

I am happy to announce to the people of our great State, that our Legislature, for the first time in decades, maybe 100 years, has made that difficult turn. 

And for that I and each of you should be grateful.  

We came into this session wanting to accomplish FOUR major things… 

To give everyone in Louisiana a tax cut, so you spend less of your money to fund this government. 

We wanted to make our state more competitive, so we can attract more jobs and have higher wages. 

We wanted to the fiscal cliff, and provide our teachers a much-deserved pay raise.  

And we wanted to simplify our tax code, eliminating special interest loopholes and give us a more sustainable budgets.  

And today I am happy to say that with our new “Louisiana Forward” playbook, Louisiana will now be ON the playing field! 

We ensured citizens are paying less money to government by lowering income taxes, nearly tripling the standard deduction, and FULLY eliminating income taxes for the working poor.  

For every hard-working Louisianan, this tax package means one thing: more of your hard-earned money will stay in your pocket.  

Whether you are a young family just starting out or a senior citizen enjoying the fruits of a lifetime of labor, you will feel the relief of a tax code that works for you—not against you. 

But that’s not all. 

We made Louisiana more competitive by abolishing the corporate franchise tax, sending a resounding message to the world that Louisiana is now open to new businesses, to new industries, and to new opportunities.  

We fixed the fiscal cliff by cutting state debt. In turn, we were able to give our teachers a permanent pay raise— a much-deserved win for our unsung heroes. 

We gave an extra tax cut for our seniors, ensuring that those who have spent a lifetime building Louisiana’s future can retire with dignity and peace of mind. 

And we have FINALLY made the state budget more sustainable by collapsing rates—and creating simpler rates across the board. 

Of course, we still have much work to do.  

But today is a HUGE step in the right direction!  

My thanks go out to the members of the legislature who worked hard to get these much-needed reforms passed.   

Our great staff,

As well as Revenue Secretary Richard Nelson and his team!

We’ve shown what happens when we put partisanship aside and work together for the greater good of Louisiana. 

This administration does not follow the status quo of empty promises.  

When we make a promise to the people of Louisiana, we fulfill that promise.  

This tax package is a  

WIN for the people of Louisiana. 

A WIN for the businesses in Louisiana,  

And A WIN for those looking for a reason to call Louisiana home. 

Together, we are building a Louisiana that works for everyone--where opportunity isn’t just a dream, but a reality for every person, every family, and every business.  

A Louisiana where the best days are still ahead of us. 

It is time to Come Back Home!  

Louisiana is ready for you! 

Governor Landry Requests a Fiscal Responsibility Program in State Government

Baton Rouge, LA – Governor Jeff Landry sent a letter to President Henry and Speaker DeVillier asking them to join him in creating a "Fiscal Responsibility Program". The program will first begin by examining the current services state government is mandated to perform and probe for the most efficient, modern ways to provide those services. This project will also explore whether those services should still exist and what other services our government might perform to give the best possible service at the lowest, most reasonable cost. LETTER ATTACHED.

"Together, we can take bold steps to make our state more competitive. By identifying new savings, eliminating waste, and streamlining government operations, we can build a leaner, more effective government,” said Governor Landry. “This will create the space for even more substantial tax reductions in the future. I look forward to working with our legislative leaders on this critical issue."

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Province of Alberta Joins Renamed Governors' Coalition for Energy Security, Gov. Landry Announces

BATON ROUGE, LA – Today, Governor Jeff Landry (LA) announced that the Province of Alberta, Canada, has joined the newly renamed Governors' Coalition for Energy Security (GCES), bringing the organization’s membership into the international arena and boosting the combined strength of the 14 U.S. states already represented.  Launched in September as the Governors' Coalition for Energy Choice to help Americans tackle the high costs of energy and accelerating energy cost inflation, the joining of the Province of Alberta highlights the shared interest of all members in ensuring affordable, reliable and cleaner energy for their people. 

Premier Danielle Smith joins the organization founded by Governors Landry and Chris Sununu (NH), as well as 12 other colleagues who joined: Governor Mark Gordon (WY), Governor Eric Holcomb (IN), Governor Kay Ivey (AL), Governor Brian Kemp (GA), Governor Bill Lee (TN), Governor Kristi Noem (SD), Governor Tate Reeves (MS), Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders (AR), Governor Kevin Stitt (OK) and Governor Glenn Youngkin (VA).

“Our mission as an organization has not changed but Alberta’s welcome arrival to our group sparked a conversation about what our core mission is, and that is ensuring energy security in all its forms,” Gov. Landry said. “We welcome Premier Smith and the insights she will bring to enhance and protect energy options, lower energy costs, and increase reliability.” 

"I am honored to join the Governors Coalition for Energy Security and would like to extend my sincere thanks to Governors Landry and Sununu for the invitation. Alberta plays a vital role in North American energy security, serving as the largest supplier of crude oil and natural gas to the United States. With 200 billion barrels of recoverable oil, 200 trillion cubic feet of recoverable natural gas, significant natural gas liquids, and ample pore space for carbon capture, Alberta’s contribution is set to grow even further as we look to work with the Trump Administration and other US partners to  increase our pipeline capacity to our greatest friend and ally, the United States. We are proud to collaborate with this coalition of allied States in advancing energy security, reliability, and affordability for Americans and Canadians,” said Alberta Premier Danielle Smith.

The goals of the GCES remain unchanged and they are to ensure families and businesses have the right to choose the energy they need, to minimize permitting and other regulatory barriers, limit expensive energy mandates, focus on affordability and reliability of energy infrastructure, and to coordinate to positively manage energy resources and the environment.

Chairman Derek Babcock's Statement on the Historic Tax Session in Baton Rouge

Dear friends,

A year ago, we elected a conservative Governor and Legislature to put Louisiana on a new path. In less than a year, the Governor and Legislature have already cut the state budget by over $2 billion. Last week, the Legislature convened to debate and discuss the largest tax reform plan since the 1970s. Similar tax reform measures have benefited other states; for example, North Carolina has seen a $11,000 increase in median household income.

I applaud the Governor and our Legislature as they continue to meet, refine, and improve this historic tax plan. This plan is projected to be the largest tax cut in Louisiana history and will provide guardrails to limit the size and scope of state government for the present and into the future. If you haven't already, I encourage you to watch the governor's press conference and read more about the plan at the links below.

It is a great time to be a Republican in Louisiana, and I'm excited to finally have a governor and a legislature working together to move Louisiana forward!

Jeff Landry Opening Address to Special Session on Tax Reform

GOV. LANDRY AND LOUISIANA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OFFICIALS TRAVEL TO SOUTH KOREA TO CULTIVATE BUSINESS AND DIPLOMATIC TIES

BATON ROUGE, La. – Governor Jeff Landry arrived in Seoul, South Korea to lead a series of meetings with business executives and government leaders of one of the state’s most important trading partners and foreign direct investors. The trip, the governor’s first overseas economic development mission since taking office in January, is designed to strengthen relationships with major South Korean companies currently doing business in Louisiana or considering future investments in the state. South Korea is Louisiana’s 11th largest export market, and fourth largest import market; the total combined value of imported and exported goods in 2023 was $4.55 billion. Korea is also the world’s third largest liquefied natural gas importer in the world, which includes exports from Cheniere and Cameron LNG facilities in south Louisiana.

Among the state officials joining the governor are Louisiana Economic Development Secretary Susan Bourgeois, LED Chief Business Development Officer Paige Carter, LED Director of Business Development Jacob Ellis, Transoceanic Development CEO Greg Rusovich-who serves as Chairman of the Louisiana Board of International Commerce, and Senator Eddie Lambert

“Business success begins with building strong relationships. I promised Louisiana that we would focus on the businesses and industries that built this state, and South Korea has a long history of business relationships with Louisiana. We look forward to our work this week with Secretary Bourgeois to enhance those relationships and bring more jobs and investment back to our state," said Gov. Landry

“The logistical advantages of doing business in Louisiana have placed the state at the epicenter of world trade for centuries,” LED Secretary Bourgeois said. “Our leadership in energy innovation, coupled with the expansion of our port network and container terminal capacity, have created unique advantages in the intense competition among states vying for new foreign investment. By proactively enhancing alliances with important trading partners like South Korea, the governor is positioning Louisiana to win.”

Governor Jeff Landry Issues Call for Tax Reform Special Session

Baton Rouge, LA—Today, Governor Jeff Landry called the Louisiana Legislature to convene for a special session focused on rebuilding our outdated tax system and growing our economy.  The special session will begin on November 6th and end no later than 6:00 PM on November 25th. The Tax Session Call is attached.

“This special session fulfills the promise we made to the people of Louisiana to rebuild our economy and make Louisiana a place where people want to raise a family and create jobs,” said Governor Jeff Landry. “Throughout this special session, we have the opportunity to give teachers a permeant pay raise, put more money in every worker’s pocket, eliminate the tax on prescription drugs, and provide much needed tax relief for seniors. I am eager to enact this new playbook and finally make Louisiana a beacon of hope—inviting families and businesses back home. It’s time we move Louisiana Forward.”

The call to convene can be found here.

Governor Jeff Landry Announces Major Win for Independent Pharmacies

Will give pharmacies more options and create improved access to life saving medications 

Baton Rouge, LA–Today, Governor Jeff Landry announced the approval of an emergency contract that will improve reimbursement rates for independent pharmacists and will give Louisianans better access to prescription medications. Independent pharmacies will have the choice to be reimbursed under the old terms of the contract or they can be reimbursed using the National Average Drug Acquisition Cost (NADAC) model. 

“Under this emergency contract, pharmacists will have a choice.  Independent pharmacies will have the opportunity to remain in their current contracting arrangement or opt in to the newly created arrangement available only to independent pharmacies. No longer will our local pharmacies continue to lose money as they try to serve their community. This is a major win for local pharmacies and the people of Louisiana,” said Governor Jeff Landry. 

Background:

Under a previous contract negotiated under the former governor (that did not receive Joint Legislative Committee on the Budget approval), many independents could no longer service Office of Group Benefits (OGB) members because they were losing money to fill prescriptions.  This created pharmacy deserts in some of the rural areas of the state, and it impacted patient choice. Since January, at the direction of Governor Landry, the administration including Heath Williams, the newly appointed Office of Group Benefits CEO, have been working on innovative solutions that will help Louisianans have better access to prescription medications while also aiding struggling hometown independent pharmacies across the state.

Governors' Coalition for Energy Choice Expands with Two New Members

Baton Rouge, LA — The Governor’s Coalition for Energy Choice, spearheaded by Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry and New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu to address high energy costs and mitigate energy cost inflation across the United States, is pleased to welcome Governor Tate Reeves of Mississippi and Governor Kay Ivey of Alabama to the coalition, further strengthening its reach and impact. The coalition now includes twelve governors from the following states: Louisiana, New Hampshire, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, Indiana, Wyoming, Arkansas, South Dakota, Oklahoma, and Virginia.

The Governors' Coalition for Energy Choice will assist state leaders in developing smart energy policies to benefit working families, businesses, and communities.

The coalition's goals include:

1. Guaranteeing continued energy choice—that resources of all types remain available to consumers

2. Reducing permitting and other regulatory barriers

3. Restricting expensive energy mandates

4. Focusing on the affordability and reliability of energy infrastructure

5. Promoting positive management of energy resources and the environment

“Affordable energy is too important to the future of our country to accept anything less than full-on American energy independence,” said Gov. Tate Reeves. "I look forward to collaborating with fellow governors to ensure Mississippians, and all Americans can enjoy the freedom to choose their energy now and in the future.”

“Governors Landry and Sununu are leading an important bipartisan effort to help ensure energy policies put families and consumers over politics, and I am glad to join their coalition,” said Gov. Kay Ivey.

"We're thrilled to welcome Governor Reeves and Governor Ivey to our coalition," said Gov. Jeff Landry. "Their expertise and commitment to affordable, reliable energy will be invaluable as we work together to shape energy policies that benefit all Americans."

Governor Landry Honors Hurricane Francine Heroes

Baton Rouge, LA—Today, Governor Landry honored several Louisiana citizens who went above and beyond to serve their communities during Hurricane Francine. Each of the hurricane heroes received a commendation recognizing their heroic work during the storm. Those in attendance were Miles Crawford-a nurse at University Medical Center, Hunter Hughes and Zachary Hooge from Watson, and the Fisher Middle High School Football team from Lafitte, La.  

“In the worst of times here in Louisiana, we always see communities come together to support each other. These folks today represent the best of Louisiana, and I am honored to officially recognize them for their actions,” said Governor Jeff Landry. 

Miles Crawford rescued a man trapped inside his vehicle by floodwaters in New Orleans.

Hunter Hughes and Zachary Hooge, two 16-year-olds from Watson, LA helped their community by fixing generators before Hurricane Francine made landfall.

The Fisher Middle High School Football team in Lafitte helped deploy over 60,000 sandbags over the course of two days to protect homes and businesses from rising water.