Issue Position: Economy & Jobs
"Hometown Opportunities"
Charlie Melancon's economic development plan in a nutshell
* Growing Louisiana Industries, Attracting New Companies
* Incentives for Small Business and Key Industries to Create Jobs, Provide Healthcare
* Reining in Healthcare Costs to Increase Family Income
* Investing in Education
* Investing in Worker Training and On-going Education
* Tax Relief for Middle Income Families
* Protecting Louisiana Jobs
* Cracking Down on Reckless Corporations
* Protecting and Promoting Agriculture, Fishing and Shrimping
* Investing in Infrastructure
* Battling Coastal Erosion