This new monument stands as a tribute to the countless African-American men & women who served our nation with distinction & bravery, true patriots who loved their country even when their country didn’t love them. It was an honor to take part in this history making event. #lagov





This is the only monument of its kind on any state capitol ground, and it’s exciting that Louisiana is leading the way in honoring the heroism of these brave men and women, especially the formerly enslaved soldiers who fought in the Siege at Port Hudson. #lagov

Today, @LADeptHealth confirms the death of a child under the age of 1– the first of the fourth surge of COVID-19 in Louisiana. Today, we report 110 deaths from COVID, including this child, bringing the total of COVID deaths in the state to 12,226. 📄bit.ly/3Bcygy9 #lagov Each COVID-19 death in Louisiana has been heart-wrenching, but the loss of such a young child, who could not be vaccinated yet, is tragic and a reminder of the difficult circumstance we are in throughout Louisiana. Right now, we are seeing younger people hospitalized. #lagov

Today, the United States Supreme Court denied a motion to hear the case of Spell v. Edwards, which sought to overturn the our mitigation measures. bit.ly/33mjYML #lagov Throughout the course of this pandemic, I have let science and data inform the many difficult decisions I have made regarding gathering sizes and other mitigation measures to slow the spread of COVID. I have taken no such decisions lightly. #lagov

Today I released details of my proclamation moving Louisiana’s response to COVID-19 to Phase 3. #lagov bit.ly/2FuAKQK We have seen some improvement in decreased COVID-like illness, new COVID cases and hospitalizations in recent weeks, as our strong mitigation measures are working. #lagov

Today, I sent a letter to Louisiana’s congressional delegation asking them to consider funding the Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund in the current proposal for COVID-19 relief legislation as unemployment payments expire. #lagov #lalege I have serious concerns about the solvency of the Trust Fund and the need for federal assistance to make sure Louisiana can continue to pay out unemployment benefits. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, our Unemployment Trust Fund was the 17th strongest in the nation. #lagov #lalege

For anyone out there minimizing the seriousness of the current COVID-19 situation across the state and deliberately spreading misinformation, you are doing yourself, your neighbor and Louisiana a terrible disservice. (1/8) #lagov #lalege A positive COVID-19 case reported to the state refers to a specific individual, whether they tested positive once, twice or however many times.

One case = one person.

It is grossly irresponsible to suggest or imply that the state is inflating numbers. (2/8) #lagov #lalege

Today, I signed a proclamation that immediately halts any gathering of more than 250 people until Monday, April 13, closes all K-12 public schools statewide effective Monday, March 16 and also moves upcoming state elections. #lagov #lalege

📰: gov.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/news… We are at an inflection point now and we are going to take bold action to minimize the further spread of this illness. #lagov #lalege

Today is not only the start of a new Regular Session. It’s the beginning of a new chapter for Louisiana. #lagov #lalege For myself, it is the start of my second term as governor, during which time I will continue to put Louisiana first and advance priorities that are important to the people of this state. #lagov #lalege