A Stronger Louisiana is a 501c4 committed to advocating for bipartisan solutions to address Louisiana's most difficult challenges. That approach, pioneered by Gov. John Bel Edwards and his allies, has led to historic policy gains for the state over the last four years and we will work to advance that agenda.

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  Governor John Bel Edwards · [email protected]
August 12, 2022 at 9:19 PM

Just got out of a meeting

Just got out of a meeting It is clear that market forces disrupting the world economy are creating a historic opportunity for our state. ,  Recently, I have been meeting with international business leaders to highlight Louisiana's u…
  Governor John Bel Edwards · [email protected]
August 9, 2022 at 9:16 PM

Another step towards net zero by 2050

Another step towards net zero by 2050 It was recently announced that over $198 million will be invested to construct a carbon capture plant in Ascension Parish. ,  It was recently announced that over $198 million will be invested to…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
August 4, 2022 at 6:15 PM

Gov. John Bel Edwards is fighting to protect our state

Gov. John Bel Edwards is fighting to protect our state Working in conjunction with local, state and federal officials, Gov. John Bel Edwards has secured over $253 million for disaster preparedness efforts. ,  Working in conjunction …
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
August 1, 2022 at 9:27 PM

Lowest unemployment rate ever

Lowest unemployment rate ever This is a great time for Louisianans who are looking to start a new career or find a new opportunity with better pay. ,  THIS IS BIG NEWS! Louisiana's unemployment rate is the lowest it has ever been! …
  Governor John Bel Edwards · [email protected]
July 26, 2022 at 11:41 PM

Eliminating the digital divide

Eliminating the digital divide We learned a great deal from the pandemic about how high-speed internet access in Louisiana impacts healthcare and so much more.  ,  We learned a great deal from the pandemic about how high-speed inter…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
July 8, 2022 at 4:10 PM

Governor John Bel Edwards helps chart a brighter path

Governor John Bel Edwards helps chart a brighter path It's important to highlight the work that Governor John Bel Edwards is doing to improve every aspect of education in Louisiana right now. ,  It's important to highlight the work …
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
June 28, 2022 at 12:29 AM

Governor John Bel Edwards signed the CROWN Act

Governor John Bel Edwards signed the CROWN Act Governor John Bel Edwards has been hard at work making sure bills that will move our state forward become law.   ,  The 2022 Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature came to a close…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
June 19, 2022 at 7:08 PM

Sign Gov. John Bel Edwards' Father's Day Card!

Sign Gov. John Bel Edwards' Father's Day Card! Today's Father's Day and after a long, hard-fought legislative session it's only right that we send Governor John Bel Edwards a card. ,  Today's Father's Day, and after a long, hard-fou…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
June 13, 2022 at 10:31 PM

Less than 48 hours left

Less than 48 hours left Not sure if you saw the news this weekend, but the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals lifted its administrative stay.  ,  Not sure if you saw the news this weekend, but the U.S. Fifth Circuit…
  Governor John Bel Edwards · [email protected]
June 10, 2022 at 10:23 PM

It is not too late to do the right thing

It is not too late to do the right thing I remain hopeful that the Fifth Circuit will vacate the administrative stay and allow Judge Dick’s well-reasoned decision to remain in place. , this is Governor John Bel Edwards. If you didn'…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
June 8, 2022 at 7:21 PM

🚨ACTION ALERT: Governor Edwards Calling Special Session

🚨ACTION ALERT: Governor Edwards Calling Special Session The U.S. Court for the Middle District of Louisiana has ruled the maps drawn by the legislature earlier this year are UNCONSTITUTIONAL. ,  The U.S. Court for the Middle Distric…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
June 6, 2022 at 6:26 PM

Governor John Bel Edwards Survey

Governor John Bel Edwards Survey Do you believe that Governor Edwards' investments in infrastructure and education at every level are a step in the right direction for Louisiana? , Governor John Bel Edwards signed a budget last week t…
  Governor John Bel Edwards · [email protected]
June 2, 2022 at 8:41 PM

Signed. Sealed. Delivered.

Signed. Sealed. Delivered. I was proud to sign a responsible budget that invests heavily in the things that improve the lives of every day Louisianans, , this is Governor John Bel Edwards. I was proud to sign a responsible budget th…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
May 31, 2022 at 8:04 PM

Literally running out of time

Literally running out of time The 2022 Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature adjourns in a week! , There's literally no time left to mince words. The 2022 Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature adjourns …
  Governor John Bel Edwards · [email protected]
May 12, 2022 at 6:24 PM

I'm Opposing Radical Anti-Woman House Bill 813

I'm Opposing Radical Anti-Woman House Bill 813 My Catholic Christian faith teaches me to be pro-life, which is something I’ve been honest and upfront about with the people of Louisiana. [Unknown], My Catholic Christian faith teaches…
  Governor John Bel Edwards · [email protected]
May 11, 2022 at 5:55 PM

I've got good news

I've got good news Louisiana is estimated to have an additional $349 million for the current budget year and $104 million for the next fiscal year in revenue.   View this email in your browser [Unknown], Louisiana i…
  Governor John Bel Edwards · [email protected]
April 26, 2022 at 10:36 PM

Help me catapult Louisiana forward

Help me catapult Louisiana forward Roads, bridges, ports, railways, water and sewage systems, and broadband. They all need our attention. View this email in your browser [Unknown], We have a chance to invest in our …
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
April 22, 2022 at 8:57 PM

[Unknown], this will not stop violent crime

*|FNAME|*, this will not stop violent crime You'll never believe what some self-serving politicians did this week. Firefighters & law enforcement officials put their lives on the line every day. View this email in your browser …
  Governor John Bel Edwards · [email protected]
April 12, 2022 at 11:18 PM

We have a once in a generation opportunity

We have a once in a generation opportunity Shaping the future always begins with education. The budget I have proposed includes investments at every level.  View this email in your browser Dear [Unknown], We have a …
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
April 6, 2022 at 9:20 PM

It's time for insurance reform.

It's time for insurance reform. Hurricanes Laura, Delta, and Ida ravaged communities across south Louisiana, and after the hurricanes dissipated, a new kind of disaster settled in. View this email in your browser Hur…
  Governor John Bel Edwards · [email protected]
March 30, 2022 at 8:47 PM

I've got a simple request

I've got a simple request Listen, I'm going to cut to the chase. I need your support this legislative session.  View this email in your browser Listen, I'm going to cut to the chase.  I need your support this legisl…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
March 29, 2022 at 9:44 PM

🚨ACTION ALERT: Contact your legislators NOW!

🚨ACTION ALERT: Contact your legislators NOW! Governor Edwards often says that this is simple math, and it truly is. Louisiana has 6 congressional districts. 1/3 of Louisianans are Black.  View this email in your browser …
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
March 4, 2022 at 11:03 PM

Action Required: Contact Your Legislators Today

Governor John Bel Edwards has put forth an Executive Budget Proposal that is sure to have a positive impact on the state of Louisiana for generations to come. Governor John Bel Edwards has put forth an Executive Budget Proposal that is sure to have a positive impact on the state of Lou…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
March 2, 2022 at 8:46 PM

TAKE ACTION: Contact Your Legislators Today!

Governor John Bel Edwards has put forth an Executive Budget Proposal that is sure to have a positive impact on the state of Louisiana for generations to come. Governor John Bel Edwards has put forth an Executive Budget Proposal that is sure to have a positive impact on the state of Lou…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
February 14, 2022 at 9:09 PM

One Month Away

In less than 30 days, the Louisiana Legislature will convene in Baton Rouge to begin deliberating a wide range of legislation.  The 2022 Regular Session is just a MONTH away! In less than 30 days, the Louisiana Legislature will convene in Baton Rouge to begin deliberating a wide range …
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
February 9, 2022 at 8:11 PM

UPDATE: Redistricting Special Session

This is week two of the Redistricting Special Session of the Louisiana Legislature, and no maps have passed both the House of Representatives and Senate yet.  This is week two of the Redistricting Special Session of the Louisiana Legislature, and no maps have passed both the House of R…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
January 31, 2022 at 10:06 PM

URGENT: Redistricting Special Session Starts Tomorrow

The Redistricting Special Session of the Louisiana Legislature begins tomorrow, February 1st. The Redistricting Special Session of the Louisiana Legislature begins tomorrow, February 1st. This session will determine the political landscape in Louisiana for the next 10 years.  Will yo…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
January 26, 2022 at 9:57 PM

Gov. Edwards' Executive Budget Priorities

This week, Governor John Bel Edwards announced massive investments in infrastructure, education at every level, and more as his Executive Budget priorities. This week, Governor John Bel Edwards announced massive investments in infrastructure, education at every level, and more as his E…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
January 24, 2022 at 8:58 PM

BREAKING: Gov. Edwards' Executive Budget Priorities

Governor John Bel Edwards just announced massive investments in infrastructure, education at every level, and more as his Executive Budget priorities. Governor John Bel Edwards just announced massive investments in infrastructure, education at every level, and more as his Executive Bud…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
January 18, 2022 at 9:22 PM

600 New Jobs, Infrastructure, The Coast, and a Fireside Reading

We need your help to keep up the fight for responsible leadership in Louisiana. We at A Stronger Louisiana closed out 2021 by highlighting some of Governor John Bel Edwards biggest accomplishments of the year. Now, we're highlighting some of his biggest news each week to ensure self-se…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
December 29, 2021 at 8:09 PM

Governor Edwards' Year In Review - Part Three

One of Gov. Edwards' most impactful accomplishments this year was working to pass a legislative agenda that will make a positive impact on generations of Louisianans for many years to come. We're continuing to highlight the ways Governor John Bel Edwards has moved Louisiana forward in…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
December 28, 2021 at 7:36 PM

Governor Edwards' Year In Review - Part Two

Through all the noise, Gov. Edwards continued to push for a brighter, healthier future in Louisiana by fighting climate change. We know Governor John Bel Edwards has been hard at work for Louisiana in 2021. Despite the obstacles put in his way by a hostile legislature and self-serving …
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
December 27, 2021 at 6:58 PM

Governor John Bel Edwards' Year In Review

We feel as though one of Gov. Edwards' biggest achievements has been his level-headed leadership through numerous unprecedented challenges that 2021 brought the people of Louisiana. This past year, Governor John Bel Edwards has been fighting harder than ever before for our state. Alth…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
December 6, 2021 at 6:25 PM

The Louisiana Department of Health is pushing back against COVID misinformation

The Louisiana Department of Health pushed back against COVID-19 misinformation in today’s Louisiana House Committee on Health and Welfare. The Louisiana Department of Health is moving forward with the process of adding the COVID-19 vaccine to the school immunization schedule in spite o…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
October 28, 2021 at 11:50 PM

Redistricting is around the corner

Now comes the real challenge: making sure that Louisiana's districts are fairly drawn.  In 2020, Governor John Bel Edwards fought to make sure every Louisianan was counted in the census, so we did not lose representation in Congress.  Now comes the real challenge: making sure that Loui…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
September 1, 2021 at 11:05 PM

Steady Progress: Hurricane Ida

Hurricane Ida, one of the strongest storms to ever hit the state of Louisiana, decimated so many communities in southeast Louisiana just a few days ago.     Steady Progress Friend,   Hurricane Ida, one of the strongest storms to ever hit the sta…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
July 20, 2021 at 6:39 PM

The Louisiana Senate just voted to do the unthinkable

The Senate just voted to override Gov. Edward's veto of overreaching legislation. Friend,   The Louisiana Senate just voted to override Governor Edwards' veto of overreaching youth sports legislation--with the minimum number o…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
July 19, 2021 at 9:46 PM

Government overreach could cost Louisiana BILLIONS

Louisiana can't afford to lose the Final Four. Friend,   When North Carolina passed overreaching youth sports laws, it cost them $3.76 billion. The same thing could happen here. Write your legislators now to help stop that fro…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
July 19, 2021 at 8:11 PM

ACT NOW: The veto session starts TOMORROW

The veto override session starts tomorrow. Tell them: uphold the veto of permitless concealed carry bill. Friend,   The veto session is happening, and it starts tomorrow. Legislators will convene to vote on overturning Governo…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
July 18, 2021 at 1:07 PM

have you contacted you legislators?

The veto session starts this week. Make your voice heard before it's too late. Friend,   Our transgender friends and family are under attack from politicians in Baton Rouge. Anti-trans bills could cost our state billions like …
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
July 16, 2021 at 7:45 PM

ALERT: Veto Session is happening

It's time to make your voice heard! Contact legislators now. Friend,   Today the legislature confirmed the veto session is happening. We need to act fast to stop them from overriding the Governor's vetoes and forcing through b…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
July 15, 2021 at 7:52 PM

ACTION NEEDED: the veto session deadline is TODAY

Legislators must decide by today whether to hold a session to override vetoes. Tell them: uphold the veto of permitless concealed carry Friend,   Legislators will decide by the end of TODAY whether to hold a session to overrid…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
July 14, 2021 at 8:31 PM

you need to act now

Law enforcement says this bill will increase crime. Tell legislators not to pass it. Law enforcement leaders say permitless concealed carry will make crime worse. Urge legislators to reject permitless concealed carry. Louisiana law…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
July 6, 2021 at 10:23 PM

Help uphold the veto of the anti-trans sports bill

Governor John Bel Edwards vetoed SB 156 because it would discriminate against transgender children. Help make sure his veto isn't overridden. Friend,   Governor Edwards vetoed SB 156 because it discriminates against transgende…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
July 5, 2021 at 4:51 PM

common sense permits for concealed carry

Urge legislators to uphold Governor John Bel Edwards' veto of SB 118. Governor Edwards vetoed this bill because it would get rid of common sense permit and training requirements for concealed carry and jeopardize public safety, but some legislators want to override his veto. …
  Governor John Bel Edwards · [email protected]
June 30, 2021 at 9:01 PM

Help uphold my vetoes

I vetoed dangerous and discriminatory legislation, but some want to override my vetoes. Help me stop them. Friend,   I need your help. Following the previous legislative session I vetoed two bills that would have done away wit…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
May 17, 2021 at 10:39 PM

Tell the House committee: say NO to permitless carry.

Urge the House Administration of Criminal Justice Committee to oppose SB 118. A bill to get rid of permit requirements for concealed carry has passed the Senate and is headed to the House Administration of Criminal Justice Committee. This bill is …
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
May 11, 2021 at 8:28 PM

they're just a couple steps away

Both the House and Senate have passed versions of bills that would allow for permitless concealed carry in Louisiana. They only have a few more steps to go before they pass the legislature. Both HB 596 and SB 118 would do away with requirements for individuals to undergo training to lega…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
May 4, 2021 at 9:46 PM

URGENT: contact your state representative

The House of Representatives will vote soon on a bill to allow permitless concealed carry. We need your help to defeat it. Permitless concealed carry is coming up for a vote again soon. It's time to take action. If HB 5…
  A Stronger Louisiana · [email protected]
April 28, 2021 at 3:42 PM

RELEASE: New Polling Shows Intense Support for Concealed Carry Permits

A new poll conducted by ALG Research shows Louisiana residents overwhelmingly prefer permits be required to carry a concealed weapon.     Poll shows intense support among Louisiana residents for requiring concealed carry perm…