Louisiana Bills

passed both · Louisiana · House Jun 4, 2024

HCR 93: TAX CREDITS: Requests a study and report on administrative actions necessary to facilitate an eventual expansion of the La. Youth Jobs Tax Credit Program (EN NO IMPACT See Note)

This bill requests a study to determine the administrative steps needed to expand the Louisiana Youth Jobs Tax Credit Program. It directly affects the Department of Education and other relevant stakeholders by asking them to investigate how to facilitate program growth. The legislation does not change any laws or create new tax credits but instead focuses on gathering information to support future policy decisions.

passed · Louisiana · House Jun 4, 2024

HCR 39: JUDGES: Provides for the continuation of the Judicial Structure Task Force as established by House Resolution No. 30 of the 2022 Regular Session

This bill extends the life of the Judicial Structure Task Force, a group created in 2022 to study the state's court system. The amendment adds specific members to the task force, including four senators and a judge selected by the Senate president. By keeping the committee active, the legislature ensures continued oversight and planning for judicial improvements without changing the courts themselves.

passed both · Louisiana · House Jun 4, 2024

HCR 57: BESE: Directs the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) to implement "Aliye's Law" and provide instruction to students on organ donation

This bill directs Louisiana's State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education to prioritize rules for organ donation education if a related law repealing certain student instruction requirements becomes effective. It ensures that the board gives special attention to keeping organ donation instruction in the curriculum while also seeking input from the public during the rule-making process. The measure specifically addresses the potential loss of mandatory organ donation classes in high schools by instructing the education board to safeguard these policies.

passed both · Louisiana · House Jun 4, 2024

HCR 35: LEGISLATIVE OVERSIGHT: Provides for a special joint committee to review the Administrative Procedure Act, the Louisiana Administrative Code, the public's involvement in proposed rulemaking, and comparisons of other states' regulatory environments

This bill establishes a special joint committee to examine the Administrative Procedure Act, the Louisiana Administrative Code, and public participation in rulemaking processes. The committee will also compare Louisiana's regulatory environment with those of other states to identify potential improvements. The legislation mandates that this review occur in even-numbered years, ensuring a regular cycle of oversight into how state agencies create and enforce rules.

passed both · Louisiana · House Jun 4, 2024

HCR 78: HIGHER EDUCATION: Requests that Board of Regents and public postsecondary education management boards report to House and Senate education committees and Joint Legislative Committee on the Budget on actions related to environmental, social, and governance criteria

This bill asks the Louisiana Board of Regents and public college management boards to submit a written report by December 31, 2024, detailing their actions related to environmental, social, and governance criteria. The report must explain how these criteria fit within their financial duties and provide specific information on the financial effectiveness of any ESG-related decisions. The report will be sent to the state's House and Senate education committees as well as the Joint Legislative Committee on the Budget.

passed · Louisiana · House Jun 4, 2024

HR 327: MTR VEHICLE/LICEN PLATES: Authorizes and directs the office of motor vehicles to exercise greater discretion in the issuance of both temporary and permanent license plates and Louisiana State Police to increase enforcement to deter the influx of fictitious license plates

This Louisiana resolution directs the Office of Motor Vehicles to use more flexibility when issuing temporary and permanent license plates while simultaneously instructing the Louisiana State Police to step up enforcement efforts. The bill aims to reduce the number of fake license plates on the road by allowing officials more discretion in their decisions and increasing police activity to catch violators. By combining these two approaches, the legislation seeks to address safety concerns caused by uninsured drivers and fraudulent plates that often lead to crimes and accidents.

passed both · Louisiana · House Jun 4, 2024

HCR 137: PUBLIC WORKS: Urges and requests the Department of Transportation and Development to study conditions on Louisiana Highway 44 in Reserve to add sidewalks

This concurrent resolution asks the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development to evaluate the safety conditions on Louisiana Highway 44 in Reserve and consider adding sidewalks. The bill highlights that the current lack of pedestrian infrastructure creates safety risks for walkers and cyclists in a busy area with many schools and businesses. If the department decides to proceed, it must submit a report detailing its findings to the relevant legislative committees by August 1, 2025.

passed both · Louisiana · House Jun 4, 2024

HCR 136: HIGHWAYS: Urges and requests the Department of Transportation and Development to study road conditions on particular roadways that intersect with United States Highway 61

This concurrent resolution asks the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development to study road conditions at specific intersections along United States Highway 61, particularly in East Baton Rouge and St. John Parishes. The request focuses on areas with high accident rates and fatalities, such as Airline Highway, and aims to evaluate potential improvements like removing traffic signals or adding sidewalks and bike lanes. The Department is required to submit a report detailing its findings to the state legislature's transportation committees by August 1, 2025.

passed both · Louisiana · House Jun 4, 2024

HCR 85: CRIME: Directs the La. State Law Institute to conduct a study of the criminal statutes relating to white-collar crimes, financial crimes, and crimes involving elected officials

This bill directs the Louisiana State Law Institute to examine current laws regarding white-collar, financial, and public official corruption crimes. The study aims to review specific statutes and provide recommendations to the legislature before the 2025 session begins. The resolution does not change any existing laws but instead authorizes a formal review of how these offenses are defined and punished in the state code.

passed both · Louisiana · House Jun 4, 2024

HCR 112: TRANSPORTATION DEPT: Urges and requests the Department of Transportation and Development to form a highly collaborative approach with political subdivisions regarding the status of projects in local areas

This bill is a concurrent resolution that asks the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development to work more closely with local governments on transportation projects. It aims to improve communication between state and city officials so that residents are better informed about road changes and other infrastructure work. The measure also encourages better coordination to quickly report and fix issues like water line leaks or pavement problems, which helps keep public spaces in good condition. By fostering this collaboration, the bill seeks to reduce community inconvenience and build trust between state agencies and local areas.

passed both · Louisiana · House Jun 4, 2024

HCR 132: PUBLIC BUILDINGS/GROUNDS: Requests the Capitol Security Council to study the feasibility of updating the screening devices and related procedures at the state capitol

This bill directs the Capitol Security Council to update screening devices and related security procedures at the state capitol instead of merely studying the feasibility of doing so. The legislation also changes the deadline for reporting progress on this update from February to April. By amending the text to mandate immediate action, the bill ensures that security measures are refreshed without requiring a preliminary study phase.

passed both · Louisiana · House Jun 4, 2024

HCR 49: CONSERVATION: Commends and expresses support for the cooperative conservation and management work being carried out by agricultural conservation partnerships in the state

This bill is a House Concurrent Resolution that expresses support for agricultural conservation partnerships working on land management projects in the state. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a formal commendation of current cooperative efforts between farmers and conservation groups. A minor technical correction was made to the text, changing the word "though" to "through" to improve clarity. The resolution is symbolic and does not require funding or impose any obligations on individuals or organizations.

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