Gov. Landry’s order waives some limits on off-road diesel use to lower fuel costs

By: Greg LaRose

Outlets: Louisiana Illuminator

Published: September 23, 2026

Words: 390

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 3 days ago

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Farmers and timber harvesters can use off-road diesel fuel for all purposes for the next 30 days under an executive order Gov. Jeff Landry issued Wednesday.

The governor cited soaring prices for diesel fuel as the reason behind his action. He’s also called on the Trump administration and Congress to halt all diesel exports for 90 days to address the high costs.

“We’re not going to sit …

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