Ellevate Louisiana Newsletters
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Addressing Fiscal Challenges and Tax Reform
September 16, 2024
In this edition, Ellevate Louisiana delves into the state's impending fiscal shortfall, anticipated to begin on July 1, 2025, due to the expiration of
temporary sales taxes. The newsletter provides a historical perspective on these taxes, discusses past reform efforts, and emphasizes the critical need for
comprehensive tax restructuring. It underscores the importance of enacting meaningful reforms to prevent detrimental cuts to higher education and
healthcare, and advocates for a balanced approach that ensures fairness across all sectors. Members are encouraged to engage in discussions about
the state's tax system and its broader economic implications.
Empowering Women's Leadership and Communication
July, 2 2024
In this edition, Ellevate Louisiana recaps its impactful participation in the 2024 POWER Up Women's Leadership Conference in New Orleans. The newsletter
highlights the organization's well-received breakout session, "ELLEVATING Your Communication Skills for Success," featuring insights from esteemed
panelists Deb Grant, Dr. Tanya Radecker, and Val Grubb. Key topics include overcoming imposter syndrome, the significance of body language in
communication, and the strategic advantage of pre-meeting preparations. Members are encouraged to reflect on these insights to enhance their
professional interactions and leadership effectiveness.
Legislative Session Review and Policy Outcomes
June 10, 2024
In this edition, Ellevate Louisiana reflects on the recently concluded 2024 legislative session, highlighting both bipartisan achievements and areas where
work remains. Key developments include the establishment of a state child ombudsman, initiatives to address Medicaid reimbursement rates, and funding
adjustments for early childhood education. The newsletter also discusses organizational changes within the Department of Economic Development and
the Louisiana Workforce Commission's enhanced role in workforce solutions. Members are encouraged to stay informed as these changes unfold.
As the regular legislative session approaches its final two weeks, Ellevate Louisiana provides updates on pivotal issues, including the potential for a
Constitutional Convention, the adoption of Education Savings Accounts, and the allocation of an additional $197 million recognized by the Revenue
Estimating Conference. The newsletter also discusses the reorganization of the Louisiana Department of Energy and Natural Resources and proposed changes
to the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority board. Members are encouraged to stay informed as these developments unfold.
In this edition, Ellevate Louisiana provides an update on the state's budget proceedings as the legislative session progresses. The newsletter discusses
the reinstatement of funding for domestic violence victims, the challenges posed by a $24 million cut to Early Childhood Education, and the ongoing
deliberations surrounding a potential constitutional convention aimed at tax reform and financial restructuring. Additionally, it offers an analysis of
Louisiana's Medicaid program, highlighting recent enrollment trends, the impact of "Medicaid unwinding," and the state's reliance on managed care
organizations to deliver services. Members are encouraged to stay informed and engaged as these critical issues evolve.
In this edition, Ellevate Louisiana's Policy Coordinator, Yvonne Krumins, shares insights into the state's legislative process, emphasizing the
importance of understanding how laws are crafted and their impact on citizens. The newsletter outlines Ellevate's 2024 policy positions, focusing
on workforce shortages, higher education funding, behavioral health initiatives, child welfare reforms, support for domestic violence victims,
and long-term care funding. Members are encouraged to stay informed and engaged as these critical issues progress through the legislative session.
Legislative Session Insights and Advocacy
April 8, 2024
In this edition, Ellevate Louisiana provides an overview of the ongoing 2024 Regular Legislative Session, discussing key topics such as
Educational Savings Accounts, funding for Home and Community-Based Supports for Long-Term Care, and investments in Early Childhood Care
and Education. The newsletter emphasizes the importance of balancing educational choice with the financial stability of public schools and highlights
the organization's advocacy efforts in supporting vulnerable populations. Members are encouraged to participate in the upcoming
Day at the Capitol on April 22, 2024 to engage directly with the legislative process.
Legislative Insights and Upcoming Engagements
March 25, 2024
In this edition, Ellevate Louisiana reflects on the complexities of the legislative session, emphasizing the organization's commitment
to understanding diverse perspectives and advocating for impactful policy changes. The newsletter recaps the successful
Legislative Leadership Conference, which featured discussions with key state leaders, and invites members to participate
in the upcoming Day at the Legislature on April 22, 2024. Additionally, it highlights Ellevate's policy positions on critical issues such as early
childhood education, long-term care support, and workforce shortages, underscoring the collective effort to elevate Louisiana's future.
In this first edition, Ellevate Louisiana introduces its mission to educate and empower women leaders by addressing key challenges in the state.
The newsletter highlights upcoming events, policy discussions, and opportunities for engagement, aiming to foster informed and active
participation in Louisiana's policy landscape.