Governor Jeff Landry has announced the establishment of a new government efficiency task force aimed at reducing state government spending. The task force, led by oil and gas executive Steve Orlando, will evaluate current expenditures, contracts, and staffing levels for potential cuts. They will also look for ways to reduce wait times for state services and utilize technology to cut public spending. The group’s first report is due in 2025.
Orlando, a supporter of the governor, will oversee the new Financial Responsibility Program and lead the task force in its efforts to identify wasteful spending. The initiative is similar to President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed Department of Government Efficiency, which is led by tech leader Elon Musk and former Republican candidate Vivek Ramaswamy.
In addition to Orlando, several legislators have been appointed to the task force by Senate President Cameron Henry and House Speaker Phillip DeVillier. Governor Landry has highlighted his record of cutting government spending, although some of the reductions were due to cuts in federal spending rather than decisions made by state officials. Landry has also increased spending in certain agencies since taking office, such as adding a new State Police troop in New Orleans and enacting tough-on-crime laws that are expected to cost the state more money.
Overall, the government efficiency task force aims to identify areas where state spending can be reduced and improve efficiency in government operations. Landry’s executive order reflects a commitment to fiscal responsibility and accountability in state government.
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