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Bossier Chamber in DC

October 10, 2023

Bossier Chamber and partners advocated for you in D.C. The Bossier Chamber of Commerce with partners from NW Louisiana converged upon the Nation’s Capitol in September to bring issues important to our area. The group of 14 regional leaders met with Congressional members from North Louisiana as well as Arkansas and East Texas, officials from…

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LIBERTY Campaign

October 10, 2023

Legal Immigration And Border Enforcement Reform This Year Dear LIBERTY Campaign Members, We hope you’re having a good week. Below are some of the latest LIBERTY Campaign news and some helpful resources for your organization’s advocacy efforts. LIBERTY FACTS OF THE WEEK ~230,000 According to a Fox News report yesterday, this is the number of…

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Bossier Chamber of Commerce to receive 2023 Col. Steven dePyssler award

October 3, 2023

The Bossier Chamber of Commerce is set to receive the prestigious 2023 Col. Steven dePyssler award, named in honor of Colonel Steven dePyssler, a retired United States Air Force Colonel who dedicated 38 of his 100 years of life to active duty service, encompassing every enlisted, warrant, and officer grade from Private to Colonel. He…

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Veterans & Military Appreciation Day / Nov. 12th

October 3, 2023

Presented By: Veterans Celebration Committee Come join us as we celebrate our Veterans and Military families! All military, veterans and their families will receive FREE gate admission to the State Fair all day with military id! Veterans Parade begins at 2:00 p.m. For more information, click here Veterans Celebration Flyer Veteran Honoree Nomination Form Col. Steven…

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2023 Meet the Candidates for Office

September 28, 2023

Early voting begins; election coming up Oct. 14 Are you ready to vote on Oct. 14? Here are some dates and ballot information you need to know for the upcoming gubernatorial primary election. Click Here for Candidate Questionnaires DATES: Sept. 30 – Oct. 7 (Excluding Sunday, Oct.1), 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Early voting period at…

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I-20 Rehabilitation Project Bossier & Caddo Parishes

September 14, 2023

Project begins Monday, Sept. 18 The I-20 rehabilitation project will fully remove and replace the eastbound and westbound lanes of I-20 from near Hamilton Road to Industrial Drive in Bossier City. The project also includes extensive pavement repair work from Pines Road to Market Street in Shreveport, and on the eastern end of the project…

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DOTD to hold press conference regarding start of major I-20 rehabilitation project

September 1, 2023

I-20 Project to Begin Soon Contact: Erin Buchanan Public Information Officer (318) 549-8402 – office (318) 347-2076 – mobile erin.buchanan@la.gov WHO: Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), Bossier Chamber of Commerce, City of Bossier City WHAT: Announcement of start date, other details for major rehabilitation project on Interstate 20 through Bossier City, sections of…

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Legislative changes are coming

August 15, 2023

The Shreveport Shakeup There are 144 members of the Louisiana Legislature – 105 House members and 39 senators. Of those, 31% are Democrats and 68% are Republicans. Seven senators and 15 representatives are term-limited and could not seek reelection Term limits alone would produce a 21 percent turnover between now and the next legislative session.…

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SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Louisiana Businesses and Residents Affected by the Severe Storms and Straight-Line Winds

August 15, 2023

If you are located in a declared disaster area, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Low-interest federal disaster loans are available to Louisiana businesses and residents affected by the severe storms and straight-line winds that occurred June 10 – 18, announced Administrator Isabella Casillas…

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State tax relief available for businesses affected by severe weather and power outages

June 30, 2023

Tax filing and payment extension to businesses Post intro here. The Louisiana Department of Revenue is granting an automatic tax filing and payment extension to businesses in 21 Louisiana parishes affected by severe weather and power outages this month. The extension is available to businesses whose primary locations, critical tax records or paid tax preparers…

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