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LET ME HELP OUR COMMUNITIES. LET’S GROW AVOYELLES PARISH.
As a life-long resident of Avoyelles Parish, I am committed to making the parish a place where families can flourish and kids won’t have to move away to find a job. With my experience as an entrepreneur, I know how to create jobs and opportunities. I’ll work hard in Baton Rouge to grow our job base and give every one of us a chance to succeed.
LET’S STOP WASTEFUL SPENDING
Politicians in Baton Rouge are risking our future to fund their wasteful ways. I will use my knowledge as a successful job creator to force government to live within its means, cut our taxes and give the citizens something back for their tax dollars.
I SUPPORT OUR SCHOOLS
I know firsthand the schools in Avoyelles Parish and across the state. I understand the importance of giving parents and students the chance to achieve their dreams. I support giving every student a strong start, high expectations, effective teachers and quality schools.
I WANT TO PRESERVE OUR WAY OF LIFE
My Christian values guide me every day. I am pro-life and committed to protecting the rights of the unborn. As a sportsman, I will defend the Second Amendment and will fight to protect the rights and culture of our community.
I recently had the opportunity to be the Guest Speaker at the Zachary Taylor Parkway Commission meeting, where I was able to provide an overview of the recent legislative session and discuss its impact on infrastructure, economic development, and transportation initiatives across our region.
It's always an honor to engage with community leaders and stakeholders who are committed to advancing progress and preservation along the Parkway. Strategic investment in this area is key to unlocking long-term growth and opportunity for our parishes.
Thank you to the Commission for the invitation and continued partnership. I’d also like to personally thank Commission Chairman AJ Roy for his service to not only this cause but also his dedication to helping build a better Avoyelles. I'm excited to continue working together to move our region forward.
#buildingabetteravoyelles
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Great work! I remember when AJ received his initial appointment to the ZTP Commission, must have been over two decades ago. Great to see Daryl promoting that infrastructure. And thanks AJ ... many years you have provided leadership on that Commission.
Yes it was a great meeting! Thank you for all of the great information and keeping us up to date with all that is going on and all that you work so hard to accomplish!
I hate I had to miss this meeting. I was excited to hear updates. You are doing a great job. Thank you for your service
🇺🇸 Happy Fourth of July!
Today we celebrate the birth of our great nation and the enduring freedoms that make America exceptional. As your State Representative, I am proud to stand with you in honoring the sacrifices of those who came before us and in committing ourselves to keep the American dream alive for generations to come.
May your day be filled with family, friends, and gratitude for the blessings we share as citizens of this great country.
🎆 God bless you, and God bless the United States of America.
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Likewise Brother !
I’m proud to share some great news: The One Big Beautiful Bill has passed both chambers of Congress — despite opposition from every Democrat and 5 Republicans — and now heads to President Trump for his signature.
This is a major tax break for hardworking families, retirees, and small businesses, and I wanted to explain what it means for you:
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📈 What This Bill Does For You
✅ Keeps personal income tax rates low — Permanently extends the 2017 tax cuts, so the top rate stays at 37%, and middle-income brackets remain lower than pre-2017.
✅ Protects the higher standard deduction — You can still deduct about $13,850 (single) or $27,700 (married) before paying any income tax.
✅ Preserves the Child Tax Credit — Families keep the $2,000 per child credit, with $1,400 refundable.
✅ Keeps the estate tax exemption high — Protects family-owned farms and businesses by shielding over $12 million per person from estate taxes.
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💵 New Tax Breaks To Help You Keep More of What You Earn
✨ No federal tax on tips — Workers in restaurants, bars, and other service industries can now keep 100% of their tips tax-free.
✨ No federal tax on overtime pay — Hourly workers keep every penny of their overtime.
✨ No federal tax on Social Security benefits — Seniors will no longer see their Social Security checks taxed — you earned it, and now you keep it.
✨ More help for families — Expanded credits for childcare and education expenses.
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🏢 Helping Small Businesses & Growing Jobs
💼 Keeps the corporate tax rate at 21%, protecting jobs here at home.
💼 Allows businesses to immediately write off investments in equipment & machinery.
💼 Expands deductions for small business owners & the self-employed.
💼 Restores full R&D deductions to encourage innovation.
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🔋 Investing in America
⚡ New tax credits for domestic energy production — oil, gas, and renewables.
🏗️ Incentives for infrastructure projects to create jobs and improve our communities.
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This bill is about putting more money in your pocket, encouraging work, supporting families, and keeping America competitive. Special thanks to Speaker Mike Johnson, Congresswoman Julia Letlow, Congressman Clay Higgins, Senator Bill Cassidy, and my good friend Senator John Kennedy for standing up for Louisiana families, seniors, and small businesses by supporting this legislation. ... See MoreSee Less
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Daryl Deshotel State Representative please explain to me who will be affected by the Medicare program cuts.
Excellent news. It amazes me that he will never receive the credit he deserves simply because of hate. It would be so awesome if those that hate him so badly wouldn't benefit one bit from any of this. I know one biz owner in particular who wouldn't put him out if he was on fire, but yet I'm sure she will reap the benefits of his accomplishment.
Thanks for always keeping us informed in a way we can comprehend it! Huge Win!
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More progress for Avoyelles!
Work on Louie Harmson Road will be completed today. Proud to partner with Police Juror Darrell Wiley to help get this done for the community.
Thank you to everyone who played a role in making this project happen.
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What about the other half of Arno Gremillion road in Hessmer? You can’t maneuver the pot holes. I guess only the new homes deserve a decent road. 😟😡 money talks I guess even though we pay property taxes like the newer homes.
How is your HB119 (tint law) coming? Daryl Deshotel State Representative
No money for roads is what we get told everytime we call about ruby/Centerpoint rd but they found some for that rd which also needed it badly but funny no money no money no money boom brand new road smh
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Update on Hwy 115 Roadwork 🚧 – 55% Complete
The contractor has finished soil cement operations, and weather permitting, the first of three layers of hot mix asphalt will begin early next week. It will take about four days to lay the first layer over the prepared base.
The project is on track to be fully completed by the second week of July.
To help ease traffic during this phase, a good detour option is LA 114 to LA 1188.
Thank you to DOTD and my legislative colleagues for their support in making this possible. We’re continuing to invest in our local infrastructure and #BuildingABetterAvoyelles.
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Thanks for the update.
Thank you for all your hard work in making this happen. It is so nice to see major improvements in our community like this. Everyone just needs to be patient during this phase cause it will be worth it. Yesterday as I sat patiently waiting on the pilot truck I watch vehicles driving in the wrong lane going around traffic and having zero respect for others lives including the workers standing in the road. I witnessed what almost was a head on collision right on the side of my SUV. I noticed there was a state trooper sitting the near the old high school. Maybe a good idea for him to be in the mother goose parking lot.
I appreciate what you are doing. Great job! But how do I get that “cement stuff” off of my white car? I tried getting it off but I am having trouble. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
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📣 Great news for Louisiana families and student-athletes!
Earlier this session, I authored House Concurrent Resolution 31, along with Senator Heather Cloud, urging the LHSAA to refrain from scheduling games during Easter weekend—a sacred time for many across our state.
I’m proud to share that the LHSAA has officially agreed to observe this resolution, committing to protect Good Friday, Holy Saturday, and Easter Sunday from athletic scheduling conflicts moving forward. 🙌
This is exactly why we run resolutions like HCR 31. It may not create a law, but it sends a clear message that faith, family, and tradition still matter in Louisiana. These resolutions give voice to our values and help align policy with the needs of the people we serve.
🙏 A huge thank you to the LHSAA and Executive Director Eddie Bonine for recognizing the importance of this request and working with the Legislature in good faith to respect our communities. ... See MoreSee Less
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Thanks please to see faith is in minds as WE make these laws. Again THANKS
While I applaud this and support this, what about travel softball, baseball, AAU basketball etc. that are not under the jurisdiction of the LHSAA? There are far more of these events held on Easter weekend or is this targeting the LHSAA?
Yes!!
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✅ Progress in Avoyelles Parish!
I’m proud to announce that JB Luke Road has been freshly paved thanks to funding I was able to secure from the State.
Special thanks to Sam Pearce for his hard work on the ground for District 8—these kinds of improvements wouldn’t happen without strong local leadership and teamwork.
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A state representative’s main job is to represent their district and help create and pass laws that impact the entire state. It’s not their responsibility to personally fix every road—but when they go above and beyond to help secure funding for local infrastructure, that’s something we should appreciate. Our rep went the extra mile to bring money home to Avoyelles, and it’s up to local government to use that funding for improvements. Not every road can be done at once, but it’s a step in the right direction. Let’s be thankful we have someone working hard to bring resources back to our parish.
Our fine Avoyelles parish roads. Sure would be nice to get some TLC on Crackville Rd. The asphalt road has turned to mud from lack of maintenance. The ditches are silted in and the drainage is now the center of the road. The pot holes are so big that people are busting their oil pans off of their vehicles. Maybe a few asphalt patches or a motor grader for a day on this road wouldn’t hurt.
Mr Daryl Deshotel State Representative I know there’s a lot of bad roads but I live on Louie Harmson rd in Centerpoint and it needs total reconstruction in the worst way! Please help if possible
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Progress in Motion on Hwy 115 🚧
This is what real progress looks like in Avoyelles Parish! Thanks to the hard work of DOTD crews and the support of my legislative colleagues, construction is now underway to improve Highway 115.
These upgrades will bring safer travel, smoother roads, and long-overdue investment to our local infrastructure. Thank you to everyone helping make this possible — and know that more is on the way.
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you know you cannotplease everyone but for what you have done for this parish at my age i never seen so much done in years people should thank you for helping out i myself have seen a lot done by you thanks for everything you have done so far
Daryl Deshotel thanks for all that you do !! You can’t please em all but most of us appreciate everything you do and it definitely does not go unseen!! You’ve done more for our parish than most have seen in years!! Thank you 🙏
I sure hope that highway 107 in Moncla between the Moncla bridge and marksville will be next as it has not been redone in 30 years
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