The broadcast begins at 2 o clock each weekday afternoon and continues until 6 o clock in the evening. This is a tremendous opportunity for citizens to observe our legislators in action. With the live broadcast, we are able to respond quickly to actions taken in Baton Rouge, said Davis. I also encourage students to use this broadcast as a learning tool. Seeing our legislature in action brings civics lessons alive in the classroom.
Students are able to see the principles in their textbooks put into action.
This legislative session must end no later than June 18, 2001. The session broadcast is made possible by the donation of a satellite by Charter Communications to St. Tammany Parish as part of the cable franchise agreement. The session may be seen on Channel 10 in the southern portion of the parish and Channel 17 in the northern area. For more information on the broadcast call 898-5243.