Overview

• Gov. Jeff Landry announced the suspension in a video with local officials, placing Plenary Infrastructure Belle Chasse on notice, and the company confirmed it halted tolling.
• Lawmakers presented records showing heavy collections in the bridge’s early months, including $6.835 million in administrative charges versus $5.178 million in tolls from May 14 to Sept. 14, with more than $11 million collected in the first four months.
• Three legislators asked the attorney general to investigate Plenary and issue a cease-and-desist over what they call excessive fees and flawed billing practices.
• Rep. Jacob Braud said the Department of Public Safety and Corrections identified contract weaknesses with the operator, and officials are weighing remedies including renegotiation or a potential buyout.
• GeauxPass will open a temporary customer service center on Oct. 10 to assist drivers for 90 days while investigations and talks continue.