General Landry: Yesterday’s court victory not only means the IRS must repay the over $172 million that our Medicaid program was illegally forced to pay, but it also protects the State from having to pay millions more in future fees.
General Landry: Alvogen is responsible for dispensing prescription opioids like candy while profiting off the epidemic their carelessness has created; an epidemic currently crippling our communities and killing thousands of our citizens. I am appalled by Alvogen and their false moral high ground.
General Landry: The Governor’s reckless approach to empty our jails simply so he can take credit for a smaller prison population remains a threat to Louisiana citizens. It also further highlights the need for truth in sentencing.
General Landry: The biggest obstacle to getting justice for our State’s crime victims was neither the federal case nor the difficulty obtaining drugs; it has and continues to be the Governor's unwillingness to proceed with any executions.
General Landry: This week’s takedown further intensifies our commitment to find, arrest, and prosecute Medicaid welfare fraudsters and those proliferating Louisiana’s opioid epidemic.
General Landry: Operation Broken Heart is a reminder of how dangerous the Internet can be and how important it is for parents and guardians to be aware of what your children are doing and with whom they are communicating.
General Landry: As my office and I continue to fight Medicaid welfare fraud, we encourage the public to report abuse and neglect in residential care facilities.
General Landry: Sexual abuse images and videos of children are despicable crimes; and I am proud of my team for investigating and arresting child predators who produce, distribute, and view them.
General Landry: My team and I are committed to doing all we legally can to investigate and arrest child predators. We will do our part to ensure those who victimize our State’s children are found and brought to justice.
General Landry: This legislation by Senator Mills and this generous donation from Mallinkrodt will surely assist Louisiana's dedicated hospice workers dispose of unused opioids. I am grateful for this important work by the Legislature and this valuable public-private partnership.
General Landry: My office and I will continue to do all we can to educate seniors on how to best recognize scams and con artists to avoid becoming fraud victims.