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Off to the races: Gov. Jeff Landry is supporting a proposal that would allow his appointed director to the Louisiana Racing Commission to continue owning racehorses. The proposed exception is included in House Bill 397, a sweeping piece of legislation that would also make dozens of changes to Louisiana’s ethics code for elected officials and public employees. Read more from Louisiana Illuminator.
Third-party firms: Microsoft Corp. is planning to use third-party firms to handle more sales of software to small and midsize customers, echoing efforts by its peers to adjust sales strategies in the age of artificial intelligence. Chief Commercial Officer Judson Althoff revealed the initiative to employees on Thursday, according to people familiar with the situation. Read more from Bloomberg.
Targeting foreign influence: Louisiana lawmakers are moving forward with a proposed constitutional amendment and companion legislation aimed at shutting down a loophole that critics say allows foreign actors to influence U.S. elections through ballot initiatives. Senate Bill 109 and House Bill 590, filed by Republican lawmakers this session, would prohibit the use of funds, goods or services donated by foreign governments, foreign entities or noncitizens to support or oppose any candidate, political party or ballot measure in Louisiana—directly or indirectly. Read more from The Center Square.
