Billy Tauzin III prepares for House run

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Billy Tauzin III (R), son of retiring 3rd district Rep. Billy Tauzin (R-La.), is on the verge of joining the race to replace his father, a development likely to significantly alter the dynamics of the contest.

Former AmericanSugarCane League President Charlie Melancon(D), the only announced candidate in the race, said Tauzin III's name will only get him so far in the contest.

If Tauzin does resign,Gov. Kathleen Blanco (D) has full authority in the timing of a special election. Louisiana elections for local offices are already set for April 17, July 17 and Sept. 18, and the special could coincide with one of those dates.

Romero said that he has always liked and supported the elder Tauzin, but "what we are talking about here is not the local police charity, this is the U.S. Congress."