This afternoon, Gov. John Bel Edwards announced that Louisiana will enter “Phase III” tomorrow. LABI President and CEO Stephen Waguespack released the following statement:

“Today’s announcement is an encouraging light at the end of a long tunnel, but our state still has tremendous economic challenges to address. The business community remains committed to doing everything we can to get small businesses back on their feet, get our citizens back to work and rebuild our shattered economy. We look forward to legislative opportunities in the upcoming session to do just that.”

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About the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry
 
The Louisiana Association of Business and Industry was organized in 1975 to represent Louisiana businesses, serving as both the state chamber of commerce and state manufacturers association. LABI’s primary goal is to foster a climate for economic growth by championing the principles of the free enterprise system and representing the general interest of the business community through active involvement in the political, legislative, judicial and regulatory processes. Find out more information at www.labi.org.