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LFT on 2026 Constitutional Amendments

The Louisiana Federation of Teachers and School Employees surveyed its membership on the proposed 2026 constitutional amendments and adopted the following positions:

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Parental Leave for Educators Act-SB 157

SB157

President Larry Carter delivered testimony before the Senate Education Committee in support of SB 157 by Senator Sam Jenkins, standing up for the teachers and school employees who keep Louisiana’s schools running every day.

On behalf of the Louisiana Federation of Teachers and School Employees, President Carter made it clear that this is not just policy, it is personal.

Nearly 1,500 teachers and school employees responded to LFT’s survey, sharing real and often heartbreaking experiences.

Teachers, paraprofessionals, bus drivers, cafeteria workers, custodians, nurses, and clerical staff spoke about returning to work too soon after childbirth, using all their sick leave just to have a baby, and facing pay cuts when their children got sick.

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PSRP activists swap advice on campaigning

AFT President Randi Weingarten shared thoughts on campaigning with up-and-coming PSRP leaders.

The AFT PSRP leadership conference last month came chock-full of advice from activists on how to optimize campaigns, whether they focus on organizing, politics, a living wage or community service. PSRP co-chairs Carl Williams and Sarah Wofford led the proceedings. Williams is president of the Lawndale (Calif.) Federation of Classified Employees, a former school custodian and president of California’s classified members. Wofford is an accounting specialist for Rogue Community College and president of the Oregon School Employees Association. Eighteen AFT locals sent paraprofessionals and school-related personnel to Chicago April 10-12 for the conference.

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AFT unveils bold new blueprint to protect higher ed ahead of 2026 midterms

From left: Zeph Capo, president of the Texas AFT; Todd Wolfson, the president of the American Association of University Professors; Randi Weingarten, president of the AFT; and Dr. Leonard Bright, a professor at Texas A&M University, unveiled a new policy platform ahead of the 2026 midterms to counter the federal government's attack on higher education. Credit: AAUP

As the Trump administration continues to attack higher education—cutting research grants, targeting free speech and restricting classroom materials—the AFT and the American Association of University Professors have unveiled a powerful new blueprint to restore and preserve higher education, just in time for the 2026 midterms.


 

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Standing Up for Teachers and School Employees

Larry J. Carter Jr., President of the Louisiana Federation of Teachers and School Employees, testified in the House Education Committee in strong support of HB283.

This bill sends a clear message, no teacher, bus operator, substitute, or school employee should ever be assaulted on the job and left wondering if anyone will take it seriously.


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LFT President Larry Carter Testifies Before the House Appropriations Committee on the MFP

Larry MFP Testimony

Louisiana Federation of Teachers and School Employees President Larry Carter testified before the House Appropriations Committee on the Minimum Foundation Program (MFP), delivering a clear message on behalf of educators and school employees across our state.

President Carter highlighted the real financial pressures facing school systems, while also emphasizing that rising costs are impacting the very people who make our schools work every day, teachers, paraprofessionals, bus drivers, custodians, and support staff. 

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Behavioral Health Services for Public School Students

Cynthia HB352 Testimony-2

Cynthia Posey, LFT Director of Governmental Relations, testified before the House Education Committee on HB 352. HB 352 deals with behavioral health services for public school students.

Cynthia brought a thoughtful and solutions-focused perspective, making it clear that LFT is not in opposition to the intent of the bill, but is committed to ensuring clarity, fairness, and successful implementation for educators and students alike. 
 
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LFT Positions on March 29, 2025, Constitutional Amendments

The Louisiana Federation of Teachers and School Employees (LFT) has carefully reviewed the four constitutional amendments that will appear on the March 29, 2025, statewide ballot. These amendments will have significant impacts on our state's education system, judicial processes, and budget.  We encourage all Louisiana voters to become informed about these important issues before heading to the polls.

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