Louisiana

Governor
Jeff Landry (Republican)

Population
4.62 million

Number of Senators
2 U.S. Senators

Number of Representatives
6 U.S. House members

Louisiana became the 18th state on April 30, 1812. Its civic life reflects French, Spanish, African, Caribbean, Native, and American influences, the Mississippi River, energy, ports, wetlands, hurricanes, and distinctive local government traditions. State government is centered in Baton Rouge.

Overview

Louisiana became the 18th state on April 30, 1812. Its civic life reflects French, Spanish, African, Caribbean, Native, and American influences, the Mississippi River, energy, ports, wetlands, hurricanes, and distinctive local government traditions. State government is centered in Baton Rouge.