Dr. Stephen Procopio of the Public Affairs Research Council discussed Louisiana’s recent legislative session, which, though intended as a fiscal session, focused heavily on insurance reforms. Key actions included funding for roof fortification and changes to auto insurance and pharmacy benefit management. Fiscal impacts stemmed from the failure of Constitutional Amendment 2, creating a $200 million budget gap, especially affecting teacher pay raises. The session also addressed restructuring state agencies and proposed long-term tax reforms, including changes to the inventory tax system, now shifting control to local governments. Procopio anticipates gradual constitutional changes over time rather than sweeping reforms.