Louisiana's bill, which reorganizes the state's Department of Natural Resources, is headed to the House floor

Louisiana state lawmakers have some big decisions ahead of them. They are considering a bill that reorganizes the state’s Department of Natural Resources.

It is now headed to the House floor and includes key exemptions for ag water use.

Video provided by: This Week in Louisiana Agriculture

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Louisiana’s bill, which reorganizes the state’s Department of Natural Resources, is headed to the House floor