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Headlines - August 3, 1979

Louisiana: The State We're In

Details

Collection:LPB

Genre: News, Public Affairs

Place Covered: Louisiana

Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority

Date Issued: 1979-08-03

Duration: 00:02:47

Subjects: Headlines | Louisiana. Legislature | INVESTIGATIONS | Louisiana. Office of Group Benefits | Louisiana. Division of Administration | Continental Assurance Company | Adserve | HEALTH INSURANCE

Contributors:

  • George, Beth Host
  • Blome, Ron Host
  • Bella, V.J. Interviewee

Description

This segment from the August 3, 1979, episode of “Louisiana: The State We’re In” features the week’s headlines, including the continuation of an investigation by a special legislative committee into the alleged mismanagement within the state’s group health insurance program. The program is run by two private contractors, Continental Assurance Company (CNA) and Adserve, under the supervision of the Division of Administration. Host: Beth George Host: Ron Blome