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OpenAI Conflict-Of-Interest Fight: Sam Altman’s ties to companies that do business with OpenAI are back in the spotlight after court filings showed he holds more than $2 billion in those investments, as Elon Musk and state attorneys general press for accountability. Louisiana Budget Tightening: Louisiana lawmakers are bracing for tougher budget math after the state’s income forecast panel cut projections, shrinking the general fund available for the 2026-27 budget and forcing lawmakers to trim plans. BEAD Broadband Milestone: Nextlink activated the first BEAD-funded fixed wireless tower in the U.S., lighting up service in southern Bienville Parish and pushing gigabit access across northwest Louisiana. SNAP Policy Push: A Baton Rouge lawmaker’s resolution would have health officials study whether SNAP can cover grocery delivery fees—aimed at seniors and people with disabilities. Local Economy & Labor: Baton Rouge Metro Council approved pay raises for city-parish workers, with an average monthly bump of about $241. Flood Authority Turmoil: Ahead of hurricane season, lawmakers are questioning leadership and contracts at the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-East.

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