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BRIGGS: Here Comes More EPA Intrusion Into Fracking
A shale revolution, shale boom, achieving energy independence, energy security; these are all terms being used in speeches, on television, the Internet, newspapers and at the water cooler. Why? The game changer is hydraulic fracturing. This practice, while not brand... (Continue reading)
BRIGGS: Throw Me Something, Mister!
Louisiana’s business climate is litigious, to say the least. Or to be blunt, our state is extremely sue-happy. Louisiana currently ranks 49th in the nation by a recent national study for having a litigious climate to conduct business. How does this... (Continue reading)
BRIGGS: The Reef Fund Dollars Are A Casualty Of Budget Woes
With the Louisiana state legislative session now in full swing, dollars get added and dollars get stripped from both good and bad funds. One good fund that is facing having its funds stripped is the Artificial Reef Development Fund (ARDF),... (Continue reading)
BRIGGS: Breaking Down Gasoline Prices
The general public often thinks the President of the United States has a button or lever that he can simply adjust gasoline prices higher or lower. This, however, is simply not the case. Many factors go into the breakdown of... (Continue reading)
BRIGGS: Jindal’s Tax Plan Could Make Or Break The State’s Oil Patch
The 2013 Louisiana legislative session is less than two weeks from beginning. Legislators will convene at the state capitol on April 8th to kick off a 60-day fiscal session. Unlike the alternate-year 90-day session, this one will be a bit... (Continue reading)
BRIGGS: Obama’s New Nominees Have Big Jobs Ahead
President Barack Obama’s second term is now in full swing. New terms equal new department heads and new nominations. The president recently nominated Gina McCarthy to become the Environmental Protection Agency chief administrator and Ernest Moniz to become the secretary... (Continue reading)
BRIGGS: Louisiana, And America, Is Better Off Exporting Natural Gas
It is no secret that an oil and gas shale revolution is taking place around the world. Right here in the United States, over a dozen shale plays are being explored. Companies are drilling for oil and natural gas from... (Continue reading)
BRIGGS: A Competitive Environment Sustains Growth
America is facing historic times on the energy front. Over a dozen shale plays spread themselves into each corner of the country. Talks of energy independence and energy security are dominating news cycles. Right here in Louisiana, the oil and... (Continue reading)
BRIGGS: Oil And Gas Industry Reviewing Governor’s Tax Plan
Louisiana is experiencing economic prosperity at a time when many other states are still recovering from the deepest recession since the Great Depression. Contributing factors for this success can be linked to a business friendly environment and a determined workforce.... (Continue reading)
BRIGGS: Natural Gas Is Driving Louisiana’s Economy
One glance at the newspaper or a few minutes of watching the evening news and it is clear that the Louisiana economy is thriving with comparison to the rest of the United States. Plants are re-opening, oil and gas rigs... (Continue reading)
BRIGGS: For Matt Damon, Facts Aren’t Required
Yet again, another negative film has been released regarding the oil and natural gas shale revolution that is sweeping across our nation. The latest film, Promised Land, featuring several A-list actors, attacks the oil and gas industry regarding leasing and... (Continue reading)
BRIGGS: We Got Clean Ersters Here, Y’all!
The oil and gas industry has been working through many different important issues over 2012 such as hydraulic fracturing regulations, new EPA rules and water concerns to name but a few. However, a recent study, brought to light by the... (Continue reading)
BRIGGS: Landry’s Stand-By Vessel Language Stripped From Coast Guard Bill
As the presidential election has come to a close, the United States Congress has now moved forward on many bills. Typically, bills that have any controversial nature to them are delayed beyond an important election for obvious political reasons. This... (Continue reading)
BRIGGS: A Time To Give Thanks
As Americans gather today to celebrate Thanksgiving, we truly have much to be thankful for in Louisiana. While the nation has experienced a severe economic downturn over the past couple of years, Louisiana’s economy has remained steadfast thanks partly to... (Continue reading)
BRIGGS: Not Just Any Supreme Court Race
The presidential elections have come and gone. The hype of the 24-hour media coverage is all but dying down. However, another election is still undecided. On December 8th, the residents of Louisiana Supreme Court District 5 will head to the... (Continue reading)
BRIGGS: Four More Long Years
The people of our nation have spoken and have decisively re-elected President Barack Obama as the next President of the United States. This re-election has many implications for our country ranging from economics, to social issues, to foreign policy. However,... (Continue reading)
BRIGGS: Energy Security Goes Beyond An Election
We are currently 13 days out from electing the next President of the United States. Whether a blue state or red, an elephant or donkey, a liberal or conservative, it is important that citizens of this great nation exercise their... (Continue reading)
BRIGGS: A Quick Course On Natural Gas Storage In Light Of That Sinkhole Thing
Louisiana is known for its vast amount of natural resources onshore as well as offshore. While crude oil and natural gas are now both being produced in massive quantities right here in our state, storage for these resources has to... (Continue reading)
BRIGGS: Proposed Stand-By Vessel Legislation Stinks For Oil And Gas Industry
The Gulf of Mexico is the oil and gas hub for the Western Hemisphere with several thousand platforms standing at any given time. As with any industry, safety is of utmost concern. When a platform is built in the Gulf,... (Continue reading)
The 2012 Legislative Session Was Pretty Good For Oil And Gas
The 90-day 2012 Louisiana legislative session has come to a close. While most sessions have their ups and downs, this particular session was an all-out battle for the oil and gas industry. Several pieces of legislation were filed that would... (Continue reading)
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