Gov. Landry calls for more school voucher money, judicial overhaul to open legislative session

By: Piper Hutchinson

Outlets: Louisiana Illuminator

Published: March 10, 2026

Words: 1,031

Last Updated: 12 hours, 8 minutes ago

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Gov. Jeff Landry is calling for the Louisiana Legislature to double funding for his private school voucher program and take action to hold “incompetent” judges accountable.

Landry used his annual State of the State speech, given Monday on the first day of the regular legislative session, to pitch his agenda.

Also in his sights this year are more state dollars for workforce development programs, eliminating the state income tax, overhauling the Orleans Parish …

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