Through a worldwide pandemic, cancellations of everything, a new normal, two major hurricanes, 2020 has been unforgettable! For the Louisiana Loggers Association, 2020 has been a noteworthy year! The LLA was a part of the collected efforts that has taken steps forward in chipping away at the "monster" called the commercial liability crisis. But with that, many new crises amidst the industry has started to peak through. The LLA is here to continue the battle, working alongside our wonderful legislators and like minded associations to provide a healthy environment for our industry!
2020 Highlights
New Logging Task Force Meets November 12, 2020
Unprecedented Times for the Louisiana Timber Industry Sep 25, 2020
1.1-Billion: Estimate of Hurricane Laura’s Impact to the Louisiana Timber Industry Sep 15, 2020
McManus Timber: Louisiana's First Timber Harvester's Logging Business of the Year Sep 10, 2020
Louisiana Loggers Host Appreciation Luncheon Oct. 6, 2020
The Louisiana Loggers Association present Representative McFarland with “Champion” Plaque. Jul 15, 2020
HB 57: Victory at Last — Tort Reform Package Passed! Jul 1, 2020
SB 471: Logging Hauling Commercial Liability Insurance May 12, 2020
Louisiana Loggers Association Responds to COVID-19 Apr 14, 2020
Homeland Security & Governor Designates Logging, Forestry & Wood Products as Essential Industry Mar 22, 2020
LLA & PAC Host Day of Louisiana Logging Feb 19, 2020
“Loggers made another huge impact in 2020. Throughout the pandemic and 3 legislative sessions, the Louisiana Loggers Association proved once again that the Logging industry is here to stay. The massive legislative hurdle of tort reform that has been plaguing Louisiana for decades was curbed in the loggers favor, this year. Without the support from the Loggers, our ability to work collaboratively with other stake holder groups and combined efforts of all of our valued elected leaders this could not and would not have happened. The hard work and persistence paid off!! Also, another victory was a law that passed to clean-up a 2019 bill dealing with log truck weights and measures, clarifying the increase in hauling loads. Thank you all for all of the calls, text, late night meetings and support for the legislative efforts. Best part... We are not done YET!”
- Cary Koch, Pelican State Partners
Final Message from LLA Director
If 2020 has taught me anything, it is that we are a blessed people! We may be struggling financially, physically, and/or emotionally, our companies maybe in financial ruins, but I pray that you step back and instead of seeing the difficulties that this year has brought, you see the blessings bursting forth! We are warm, we have shelter, clothes on our backs and food on our tables! Take the time to reflect on the "Reason for the Season!"
"And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the City of David, a Savior, which is Christ the Lord." Luke2:10-11
And remember: "I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." John 16:33
CHEERS TO 2021!!!
-Toni McAllister, Executive Director