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Lawmakers send major social safety net overhaul to governor's desk

— Lawmakers have passed a bill this week that will overhaul and combine Louisiana’s job training and public assistance program in a 'One Door' model. It now heads to Gov. Jeff Landry’s desk.

Breault's House Bill 624, which was amended by the Senate, passed unanimously on Thursday. It attempts to offer individuals receiving benefits a better opportunity to develop the skills needed to obtain a well-…

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