In this week’s Capitol Connection podcast episode, Will DuBos, LRA’s Managing Director of Government & Public Affairs, delivers a legislative update from Week 3 of the 2026 Louisiana Legislative Session.

The episode highlights the LRA’s advocacy efforts in Baton Rouge, including support for the seafood industry, opposition to new administrative burdens on small businesses, and key reforms to the workers’ compensation system.

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In this week’s Capitol Connection podcast episode, Will DuBos, LRA Managing Director of Government & Public Affairs, highlights three key areas: the state budget, labor legislation, and a proposed debit card surcharge ban. Lawmakers are reviewing the 2026–2027 budget, impacting workforce and tourism. Labor bills aim to streamline workers’ comp and simplify hiring minors, while a Senate bill would ban debit card surcharges. With the June 1 adjournment approaching, activity is ramping up.

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This episode of the LRA’s We Live to Eat podcast features Kevin Daigrepont and Tyler Griffin, managers for Gillis Grocery & Cafe and Gillis Meat Market. They share their journey from corporate sales and data analysis to leading a beloved family institution, focusing on preserving a local legacy through intentional service, community events like the Boudin Trail, their annual car show, and much more.

New episodes are available each month on most podcast platforms. We Live To Eat podcast is produced by the Louisiana Restaurant Association Comms Dept.

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Will DuBos, LRA’s Managing Director of Government & Public Affairs, brings you the first Capitol Connection podcast of 2026. Lawmakers kicked off the Louisiana legislative session in Baton Rouge, while Stan Harris and Britney Ford lead 30 LRA members in D.C. at the National Restaurant Association Public Affairs Conference, focusing on Immigration Reform, Swipe Fee Reform, and the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement with Louisiana’s congressional delegation.

Governor Landry opened the session highlighting growth, tax reform, workforce training, infrastructure, and insurance, key issues for restaurants.

New episodes are available each month on most podcast platforms. We Live To Eat podcast is produced by the Louisiana Restaurant Association Comms Dept.

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In this We Live to Eat Podcast episode, we are joined by Blakelee Kibodeaux, co-owner of Villa Harlequin in Lake Charles, as he shares his journey from the service industry to restaurant ownership and building a new concept from two legacy brands.

New episodes are available each month on most podcast platforms. We Live To Eat podcast is produced by the Louisiana Restaurant Association Comms Dept.

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In this We Live to Eat Podcast episode, Garret LeBlanc, HR officer and director of special projects for B&G Foods, talks about growing up in a multi-generation restaurant family, his path into the industry, and his role with the Louisiana Restaurant Association. LeBlanc also shares his vision for strengthening member engagement and continuing his family’s legacy in Louisiana’s hospitality community.

New episodes are available each month on most podcast platforms. We Live To Eat podcast is produced by the Louisiana Restaurant Association Comms Dept.

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Ti Martin, co-proprietor of Commander's Palace, joins the We Live to Eat Podcast to share her journey from family roots to leadership, the evolution of Commander's Palace, and her vision for training the next generation through NOCHI.

New episodes are available each month on most podcast platforms. We Live To Eat podcast is produced by the Louisiana Restaurant Association Comms Dept.

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In this episode of the We Live to Eat podcast, Joanne Domilise, owner of Domilise’s Po-Boy & Bar shares her journey taking over the iconic New Orleans restaurant, preserving its traditions, and earning a Michelin Bib Gourmand.

New episodes are available each month on most podcast platforms. We Live To Eat podcast is produced by the Louisiana Restaurant Association Comms Dept.

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