Louisiana Governor declares state of emergency due to police officer shortage

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry declares state of emergency due to severe police officer shortage, lifting limits on new hires and payroll increases for sheriffs. Executive order aims to address the need for additional law enforcement personnel amidst challenges in maintaining staffing levels and response times to emergency calls. Landry also calls for a crime-focused special legislative session to overhaul the criminal justice system with tough-on-crime measures.