The Louisiana Legislature convened on June 18, 2025, to address several pressing legal matters during an executive session. The session was initiated under Louisiana Revised Statutes concerning attorney-client privilege and deliberative process privilege.

The first item on the agenda involved a discussion regarding pending lawsuits and legal advice related to the Mid-Barataria sediment diversion project. The session began with a detailed overview of the first lawsuit, which includes multiple plaintiffs such as Jurisich Oysters, LLC, and the International Marine Mammal Project of Earth Island Institute, against the United States Army Corps of Engineers and other federal agencies. The plaintiffs allege violations of the National Environmental Policy Act and the Endangered Species Act.

The second case discussed was between the Plaquemines Parish Government and the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA). The parish claims that the CPRA did not adhere to local ordinances concerning the construction of the sediment diversion project.

Additionally, the session included three items for recommended legal advice. The first involved a settlement demand from an AWA contractor, focusing on strategy discussions and the approval of contractual documents. The second item pertained to negotiations with the United States Army Corps of Engineers regarding permit status and legal documents. The final item addressed negotiations with the trustee implementation group concerning resolutions and agreements.

Following the presentations, the committee moved to a public comment period, which yielded no responses. A roll call vote was conducted, resulting in unanimous approval to enter into executive session, allowing for confidential discussions on the aforementioned legal matters.

The meeting concluded with a directive for attendees to clear the room as the executive session commenced, marking a significant step in addressing the ongoing legal challenges surrounding the sediment diversion project and related issues.