SUMMARY: A recent analysis by the Transactional Records Access Clearinghouse (TRAC) reveals that the Trump administration issued twice as many detainers for criminal illegal foreign nationals compared to the Biden administration. Detainers, used by ICE to detain individuals wanted for crimes, have fluctuated, increasing under Biden since February 2023 after a Supreme Court ruling. The report highlights that California and Texas received the highest number of detainers, impacted by local sanctuary laws. Despite reduced ICE funding under Biden, detainers continue in major metropolitan areas. The data suggests a complex interaction between state policies and federal enforcement efforts regarding illegal immigration.

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SUMMARY: In August 2024, Alabama’s tax receipts fell 2.36% from the previous year, decreasing from $1.35 billion to $1.32 billion, driven by declines in sales and personal income tax collections. The sales tax revenue dropped nearly 5%, while personal income tax receipts fell from $694.8 million to $682.5 million and corporate tax revenues dropped significantly by over 54%. However, for the fiscal year so far, tax collections are up 2.28% from $15.1 billion to $15.4 billion. Notably, gas tax collections rose by 4.39%, and use tax collections grew by 11.73%. Alabama’s unemployment rate was recorded at 2.8% in July.

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SUMMARY: The Louisiana State Board of Optometry Examiners inadequately documented over $5,000 in travel reimbursements during an audit covering January 2022 to December 2023. The audit revealed multiple discrepancies, including missing documentation for $785, unapproved lodging and meal expenses totaling $919, duplicate meal reimbursements of $68, and non-itemized meal receipts totaling $578. This marks the third consecutive audit with travel reimbursement issues. The board contested some findings, particularly regarding meal reimbursements. However, past concerns about bank reconciliations and formal contracts have been addressed, leaving only one issue unresolved, as noted by the new board president.

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