AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoLouisiana Elections: Voters turned out for a closely watched Senate race between Republican Julia Letlow and Democrat Jamie Davis, with early voting reaching its highest level for a nonpresidential election since 2008. DOJ observers monitored polls in East Baton Rouge, Orleans and Lafayette parishes. Business and Jobs: Buc-ee’s plans to break ground in Lafayette on Nov. 9; the 74,000-square-foot travel center is expected to bring about 200 jobs and open in 2028. New Orleans Development: The Fairmont opened downtown, with two Emeril Lagasse restaurants and more amenities due in December. A former Emeril’s chef also plans a 12-seat tasting-menu restaurant and cocktail bar on Magazine Street in 2027. State Policy: Louisiana tightened requirements for data centers seeking tax breaks, while Kalshi sued state officials to block enforcement of gambling laws. Baton Rouge: Questions are mounting over strings attached to the city’s major crime grant as police remain short 170 officers. Coastal Claims: Louisiana reached a $350 million settlement with BP to resolve coastal claims.
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