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Eddie J. Lambert
Representative (R), Louisiana Vice-chairman, Appropriations Committee

Representative Eddie J. Lambert (R) has been a leader in improving Louisiana's roads and infrastructure. Lambert currently serves as vice chairman of the House Committee on Appropriations and the Louisiana Homeland Security Committee, chairman of the House Appropriations' Subcommittee on Education, and on the House Committee on Natural Resources and Environment, the Joint Legislative Committee on the Budget, and the Joint Committee on Homeland Security. Lambert was elected to the Louisiana House of Representatives in 2003 and re-elected unopposed in 2007. He was raised in North Baton Rouge and resides in Prairieville, where he practices law.

Current Topic


05/12 - Louisiana’s Legislature: Where Are the Women?

More than half the population of Louisiana – 51% -- is female. Yet, only 11 % of the state’s Legislators are women. Why?

Coming Soon!


06/12 - Weighty Matters: Louisiana’s Obesity Problem

What factors in Louisiana’s lifestyle – and history - contribute to its weight problems?

Recent Topics


04/12 - Education Reform 2012

What will the changes to the state’s education system mean for Louisiana’s public schools?


03/12 - Redefining State Retirement

How can the system be revamped while keeping the promise to those who have provided years of public service?


02/12 - Weighty Matters: Louisiana’s Obesity Problem

What factors in Louisiana’s lifestyle – and history - contribute to its weight problems?


01/12 - Civic Engagement in Louisiana

How civic-minded are Louisiana’s citizens and how can they become more involved?

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