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Louisiana lawmakers vote to increase their compensation, then some try to take it back

WBRZ Baton Rouge

May 12, 2026

BATON ROUGE (La. Illuminator) --- The Louisiana House of Representatives voted 54-35 on Monday to increase its own compensation and the salaries of statewide elected officials, inc…

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