This afternoon, Gov. John Bel Edwards announced the extension of Phase 2 reopening for another 28 days. LABI President and CEO Stephen Waguespack released the following statement:

“We are disappointed that the state is not yet moving to Phase 3 of our recovery and hope that we can get back on track as soon as possible. Since this pandemic started, the vast majority of Louisiana’s businesses have worked hard to follow health guidelines, but driving businesses and individuals into increasingly harmful economic conditions is a significant threat to everyone. We stand ready to work with any elected official at any level to help get Louisiana back to work again.”

For press inquiries, contact:

Mitch Rabalais
Communications Manager
(985) 317-8509
mitchr@labi.org

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.

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