Insurance

A Senate committee voted Wednesday to advance a bill that would make child grooming a crime. Under SB 58, those convicted of child grooming could face up to 25 years in prison if the victim is under the age of 13.

More insurance reform bills are making their way through the legislature including one that would crack down on personal injury attorney advertising.

Lawmakers are suspicious of contractors who go "door to door" to find customers after storms.

Several bills aimed at making the insurance industry more transparent advanced in committees Wednesday.

“I've never seen a politician not want more power. You just never have,” Landry said.

Despite being at odds over insurance reform, Gov. Jeff Landry and Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple both support legislation HB 519 to ban handheld use of a phone by drivers to reduce the number of traffic fatalities and accidents caused by distracted drivers.

" Let me be clear, both sides are to blame. I am not here to support lawyers or our insurance companies, I'm here to help Louisianans who elected us,” Landry said in opening remarks during the 2025 legislative session.

The two Republicans take potshots at each other’s plans to lower auto coverage rates.

Legislative agenda targets trial lawyers and insurance companies.

Louisiana homeowners are saving 22% on annual premiums due to roof upgrades.