Policy Experts Weigh in on Five Constitutional Amendments on May Ballot

Louisiana teachers unions back constitutional amendment that increases their pay

Louisiana's two largest teacher unions are backing Constitutional Amendment #3 on the May 16, 2026, ballot. (Photo by kali9/Getty Images)Louisiana’s two largest unions for public school teachers are backing a constitutional amendment that would lead to a small pay increase. The measure will be on the May 16 election ballot.  “[Constitutional Amendment #3] creates a path away from temporary stipends and toward lasting salary growth, while protect…

Policy experts weigh in on five constitutional amendments on May ballot

BATON ROUGE A Public Affairs Research Council webinar brought together policy experts who expressed sharp differences on the five constitutional amendments voters will consider in the May 16 election.The topics include civil service protections, the creation of a new school district for the city of St. George, permanent teacher pay raises, property taxes and raising the age limit for judges. If you'd like to watch a video of the presentation, sc…

Policy experts weigh in on five constitutional amendments to be voted on May 16

Policy experts weigh in on five constitutional amendments to be voted on May 16