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Louisiana Voters Overwhelmingly Reject Governor Landry's Constitutional Amendments

All four proposals, addressing tax reform, juvenile justice, and judicial processes, were defeated by margins exceeding 60%, marking a major political setback for the Republican governor.

FILE - The Louisiana state Capitol stands on April 4, 2023, in Baton Rouge, La. (AP Photo/Stephen Smith, File)
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry at the White House on March 24, 2025.
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Overview

  • Louisiana voters rejected four constitutional amendments championed by Governor Jeff Landry, with opposition exceeding 60% for each measure.
  • Amendment 2, which proposed changes to the state's tax system and financial policies, was defeated despite bipartisan legislative support.
  • Amendment 3, which would have made it easier to try juveniles as adults, faced significant criticism and was opposed by 66% of voters.
  • The 'No on All' campaign, driven by criminal justice reform advocates and grassroots efforts, played a central role in the amendments' defeat.
  • Higher-than-expected voter turnout of 21% reflected strong public engagement, delivering a decisive blow to Landry's policy agenda.