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A $325 million casino project slated for Slidell was shot down by voters in St. Tammany Parish after a bruising, expensive campaign that saw millions of dollars in outside spending from both sides.
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St. Tammany Parish residents will soon vote on whether to reverse a 1996 election that banned gambling in the parish and allow a casino to open near Slidell. The project has caused controversy between those who would welcome the tax dollars and those who fear a spike in crime and decreasing property values near the site.
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East Baton Rouge Parish voters passed a tax renewal that brought the Capital Area Transportation System between $18 million and $20 million annually from 2018 to 2020 by 59%, according to the Secretary of State's Office.
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Voters also rejected amendments to increase levee districts taxing authority, and allow lawmakers to tap into larger portion dedicated funds to address mid-year budget deficits.
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In this guide, we give you a breakdown of these amendments and dates to know as you prepare to head to the polls.
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While we were busy with the special session, three state legislators announced for the Treasurer’s race this fall.Representative John Schroder, a…
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Today, as results come in across the country, NPR reporters will be updating this breaking news blog in real time. The NPR Politics team, along with…