A Louisiana bill intended as a pro-business protection against frivolous lawsuits could take a 180-degree turn if trial lawyer firms have their way in the state senate.

The last-minute amendment adopted by the Senate Natural Resources Committee added a grandfathering clause to the legislation.

With backing from a range of industry trade groups, the Louisiana Energy Protection Act seeks to proactively shield fossil fuel companies, private businesses, and government entities from national ...

The first transportation bill to acknowledge climate change won unanimous support Tuesday from the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works. “This is the most substantial highway ...

Lawmakers in Louisiana voted Tuesday to approve legislation designed to shield Louisiana energy companies from future climate change litigation while leaving existing lawsuits ...