If passed, the law, known as the Annual Louisiana Believes in Education Act, goes into effect on Aug. 1. Meredith G. White and Greg Hilburn contributed to this story.

The project was the largest single ecosystem restoration effort in U.S. history and the cornerstone of the state's own ...

Most consumers can save 10% or more on state and local sales tax exemptions during the holiday. If passed, the law, known as the Annual Louisiana Believes in Education Act, goes into effect on Aug. 1.