BOSSIER CITY, La. — Louisiana state senators and representatives met with local business leaders Tuesday during a Bossier Chamber of Commerce Public Policy Series event, offering a preview of priorities ahead of the state’s 2026 Regular Legislative Session.
The event, presented by Willis Knighton Health, featured members of the Northwest Louisiana legislative delegation who discussed preparations for the upcoming session, scheduled to begin March 9, along with regional issues including economic development and infrastructure tied to the planned Amazon data center.
Participating lawmakers included Rep. Dennis Bamburg Jr., Rep. Steven Jackson, Rep. Michael Melerine, Sen. Adam Bass, Sen. Alan Seabaugh and Sen. Thomas Pressly. The officials shared their legislative priorities and responded to questions submitted by audience members from the local business community.
“As our state officials prepare for session, we wanted to give our local business community an opportunity to learn more and get connected,” said Lisa Johnson, president and CEO of the Bossier Chamber of Commerce. “We’re grateful that several Senators and Representatives took the time to address the needs of North Louisiana and the topics that matter to us.”
The Public Policy Series is designed to connect chamber members with federal and state officials through educational forums that address government policy, public spending and legislative developments affecting businesses and communities in Louisiana.
Additional Public Policy Series events are planned throughout the year, with details to be announced by the chamber.
The series is presented by Willis Knighton Health, with supporting sponsorship from Barksdale Federal Credit Union, Ochsner LSU Health and Expand Energy.
More information about the series is available at bossierchamber.com.