Jeff Landry signs executive order on protecting ratepayers, but defends Louisiana data centers

Jeff Landry signs executive order on protecting ratepayers, but defends Louisiana data centers

News ClipThe Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate·LA·6/25/2026

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry signed an executive order to protect ratepayers, amidst a controversy regarding Entergy's plan to purchase a power plant. While defending Louisiana's data centers, the Governor did not take a position on the power plant acquisition. The order aims to address concerns about electricity costs for state residents.

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Gov: Jeff Landry, Louisiana State Government
Though the order comes amid controversy over Entergy’s plan to buy a power plant, the governor did not take a position on whether he agrees with the purchase.