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Louisiana’s Ethical Swamp

Lawmakers’ Conflicts of Interest

A decade ago, Louisiana legislators passed a set of reforms dubbed the “Gold Standard” to rid the state of its reputation for political corruption. But the laws are riddled with loopholes that allow legislators to lawfully enrich themselves in office.

Why the “Most Egregious” Ethics Case in Louisiana Remains Open Nine Years Later

by Andrea Gallo, The Times-Picayune | The Advocate,

In Louisiana, More Than a Third of Ex-Lawmakers Continue to Try to Influence Their Old Colleagues

by Andrea Gallo, The Times-Picayune | The Advocate,

Louisiana Senate President Sank Ride-Sharing Bill. His Close Pal Sells Insurance to Cabs.

by Rebekah Allen, The Times-Picayune | The Advocate,

The Family Plan: In Louisiana, Lawmakers Promote Bills That Help Their Relatives and Clients

by Rebekah Allen, The Times-Picayune | The Advocate,

Legislators in Many States Can Push Bills They’d Profit From

by Decca Muldowney,

Louisiana Lawmakers Are Pushing Bills That Benefit Their Own Businesses. And It’s Perfectly Legal.

by Rebekah Allen, The Times-Picayune | The Advocate,

Louisiana Legislators Are Earning Big Money From Government Agencies — But Don’t Have to Disclose It All

by Rebekah Allen, The Times-Picayune | The Advocate,