Gov. John Bel Edwards

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

Following a routine COVID-19 test after returning from travel, I have tested positive for COVID-19. I am fully vaccinated against COVID and up-to-date on recommended booster doses. I don’t currently have symptoms and will follow guidance from the @CDCgov and isolate for 5 days. — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

Make no mistake, there is much more that we can do to support women, children, and families, and I hope that my fellow pro-life public officials will join me in these efforts in the coming months and years. — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

It’s also why I’ve supported better funding for Louisiana’s public education system, including early childhood education. I believe all people should have the opportunity to succeed and that starts with providing a strong foundation early in life. — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

Now more than ever, it’s critical that Louisiana funds services to support women, children, and families throughout their lives, which is why I have expanded health care through our Medicaid program and lobbied for measures to make sure workers are paid better and more fairly. — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

Being pro-life means more than just being against abortion. It means providing the necessary resources and implementing policies that provide real options and not just lip service to the children, women and families we are blessed to serve. — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

And, to be clear, the legislation I recently signed protects all forms of contraception, including emergency contraception, which remains fully legal and available in Louisiana. — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

As I have said many times before, I believe women who are survivors of rape or incest should be able determine whether to continue with a pregnancy that is the result of a criminal act. — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

I asked the Legislature to include rape & incest exceptions in recently passed legislation. While the bill that passed expanded exceptions from the 2006 law to include instances of medical futility & treatment of ectopic pregnancies, these important exceptions weren't included. — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

While we are still reviewing the decision issued by the Court this morning, Louisiana has had a trigger law in place since 2006 that would outlaw abortion, without exception for rape and incest, should the United States Supreme Court overturn Roe v. Wade. — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

I am and have always been unabashedly pro-life & opposed to abortion. However, I understand that people on both sides of this issue hold deeply personal beliefs, & I respect that not everyone, including many in my own party, agrees with my position. 📰: https://t.co/iqyrv3QFCI — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

RT @LADeptHealth: The Louisiana Department of Health reports 2,141 new #COVID cases that have been reported to the state since 6/23. — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

Happy #FellowsFriday! Meet Nicholas St. Mary and David Spicer. Nicholas attends @LSU and is working with @larevenue. David attends @MIT and is working with @LA_Regents. To learn more about the fellows, visit https://t.co/pdrIUGeTmD. #lagov https://t.co/xqeUD1SSiM — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

RT @LADeptHealth: Vaccination reports are delayed on 6/23/2022. The dashboard will be updated as soon as possible. The Louisiana Departm… — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

Do you have your game plan in place for hurricane season? Here are some starting points: 🚨 Pack an emergency kit 💉 Make sure you're up-to-date on your COVID vaccines 📱 Text 'LAWEATHER' to 67283 for weather alerts 💻 Visit https://t.co/qHdymi29wi for more details #lagov — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

RT @LADeptHealth: Be aware of extreme heat this week! Even a short amount of time in #extremeheat can lead to heat-related illness. Heat-re… — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

RT @LADeptHealth: The Louisiana Department of Health reports 2,364 new #COVID cases that have been reported to the state since 6/21. https:… — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

Hair discrimination is racial discrimination, and discrimination is not a Louisiana value. Rep. Newell's CROWN Act will protect Louisianans from discrimination based on a person's natural, protective, or cultural hairstyle. It is with great pride that I signed it into law. #lagov — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

RT @LAFIREMARSHAL: The SFM is thrilled to see @LouisianaGov sign legislation requiring 🚨carbon monoxide alarms🚨 in all one and two-family h… — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

RT @LADeptHealth: The Louisiana Department of Health reports 2,862 new #COVID cases that have been reported to the state since 6/20. https:… — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

Read my full statement: https://t.co/jCNte0ocZJ #lagov — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

Vetoing SB 342 would not accomplish that end. In fact, vetoing SB 342 would leave fewer exceptions in place than if the bill becomes law and would further confuse whether pregnancy begins at fertilization or implantation. For these reasons, I have signed SB 342 into law. #lagov — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

My position on abortion has been unwavering. I am pro-life and have never hidden from that fact. This does not belie my belief that there should be an exception to the prohibition on abortion for victims of rape and incest. #lagov — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

Further, this bill will confirm what is unclear in the 2006 legislation, which is that emergency contraception is available under SB 342 for victims of rape and incest prior to when a pregnancy can be clinically diagnosed. #lagov — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

I've signed SB 342 by Sen. Jackson. While this legislation is similar to that passed in 2006, which is effective upon Roe v. Wade being overturned, SB 342 expands the exceptions in the 2006 legislation to include instances of medical futility & ectopic pregnancies. #lagov — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

I'm proud to have signed HB 160 by Rep. Landry into law. This bill, which was part of my legislative agenda, strengthens tenant protections in the aftermath of a disaster. Our people have enough to deal with after a storm without landlords trying to take advantage of them. #lagov — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

ICYMI: Arbor Gas is planning a $800 million renewable gasoline production facility in West Baton Rouge Parish. Clean energy isn't just good for our climate. It's good for our economy. #lagov https://t.co/VJkdqsSHeP — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

RT @LADeptHealth: State Health Officer Dr. Joseph Kanter and Louisiana Chapter of American Academy of Pediatrics President Dr. Rachel Chatt… — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

RT @LADeptHealth: *Vaccine data processing is delayed. We will update the COVID dashboard as soon as possible. The Louisiana Department o… — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

Children 6 months and older are now eligible for the COVID vaccine. @CDCgov and @LaDeptHealth recommend that all eligible children receive the vaccine to protect themselves and their families. Talk to your pediatrician or visit https://t.co/nPaxdJTe60 for more info. #lagov — PolitiTweet.org

Gov. John Bel Edwards @LouisianaGov

RT @FirstLadyOfLA: Happy Father’s Day, @LouisianaGov! To all the dads and father figures in our lives– thanks for everything you do. We lov… — PolitiTweet.org