BATON ROUGE, LA — Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has signed an executive order establishing the Fiscal Responsibility Program, a new initiative designed to monitor and optimize state spending while improving government efficiency. The program, which aims to eliminate waste and enhance fiscal accountability, will be led by Fiscal Responsibility Czar Steve Orlando and supported by a minimum of nine members appointed by state legislative leaders.
Program Overview
The Fiscal Responsibility Program will focus on identifying cost-saving measures and reducing government inefficiencies. Members of the program include:
- Senators: Hodges, Miguez, Boudreaux, and Stine, appointed by the President of the Senate.
- House Representatives: McFarland, Fisher, Tarver, and Berault, appointed by the Speaker of the House.
A Track Record of Fiscal Accountability
Governor Landry emphasized that fiscal responsibility has been a cornerstone of his public service career. As Louisiana’s Attorney General, he spearheaded a “Fiscal Responsibility Project” that saved taxpayers approximately $1 million in its first year. During his tenure in the U.S. Congress, Landry returned over 10% of his office budget, redirecting those funds to help reduce the national debt.
“In Louisiana, we always strive to have a government that is of, by, and for the people,” said Governor Landry. “A government that runs efficiently and effectively is a government that best serves her people. My time as Governor is no different. I look forward to the work Steve Orlando and the rest of the members will accomplish as we seek to build a government in Louisiana as good as her people.”
Key Objectives
The Fiscal Responsibility Program will:
- Review state spending practices to identify areas for cost reduction.
- Propose strategies to improve efficiency across government agencies.
- Monitor and evaluate the implementation of fiscal policies to ensure effectiveness.
- Collaborate with state leaders and agencies to reduce unnecessary bureaucracy.
Looking Ahead
Governor Landry’s initiative underscores his administration’s commitment to fiscal responsibility and accountability. By creating the Fiscal Responsibility Program, Louisiana aims to set a new standard for managing public resources and ensuring taxpayer dollars are spent wisely.
Further details on the program’s progress and achievements are expected to be shared in the coming months as the Fiscal Responsibility Program begins its work.