This legislative resolution asks the Louisiana State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education to update school content standards to include artificial intelligence. The bill aims to ensure students learn about AI in a way that is safe, private, and ethical while preparing them for future work and civic life. By incorporating AI into academic instruction, the measure seeks to help Louisiana remain competitive in technology and other fields. The request is directed at the state education board, which is responsible for setting curriculum standards for public schools.
This bill is a non-binding resolution from the Louisiana House of Representatives that formally commends Pope Leo XIV for his leadership of the Catholic Church. It expresses the state's appreciation for the Pope's dedication to peace, justice, and human dignity while acknowledging Louisiana's own Catholic heritage. The measure serves as a symbolic gesture of friendship and spiritual solidarity between the people of Louisiana and the Holy See, without creating any legal obligations or policy changes.
This bill designates Wednesday, May 20, 2026, as Tangipahoa Parish Fair Day at the Louisiana State Capitol to honor the event's 138-year history. The resolution recognizes the fair's role in celebrating local agriculture, preserving community traditions, and supporting student involvement in Tangipahoa Parish. It specifically commends the fair for its economic and cultural significance to the city of Amite and acknowledges its status as the oldest such event in Louisiana.
This resolution directs several state agencies and research institutions to conduct a study on how parental discipline, abuse allegations, and the avoidance of discipline relate to juvenile delinquency in Louisiana since 2015. The study will specifically examine data on arrests of parents for cruelty to juveniles, cases where parental discipline stopped due to a child's threat to report abuse, and whether such threats hindered early behavioral interventions for delinquent youth. The findings are required to be submitted to the Louisiana House of Representatives by May 2027 to help inform future policy discussions.
This resolution asks the Louisiana Department of Justice to review the state's current laws and rules regarding electronic monitoring devices, such as GPS ankle bracelets. The goal is to gather feedback from various groups, including law enforcement, probation officials, and industry representatives, to find gaps or inconsistencies in how these devices are regulated. During the review, the department will also compare Louisiana's approach with other states to suggest improvements for better oversight and clearer reporting standards. The department must submit a written report with its findings and recommendations to the House Committee on the Administration of Criminal Justice before the 2027 legislative session begins.
This bill continues the Senior Task Force on Fraud Prevention to investigate scams targeting elderly residents of Louisiana. It expands the task force's membership to include representatives from federal prosecutors, the banking industry, and the Office of Elderly Affairs. The group must meet starting in August 2026 and submit a final report of findings and recommendations by February 2027.
This concurrent resolution asks the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education to study whether it is possible to add hunting, conservation, and shooting sports classes to public school curricula for students in grades five through twelve. The study, which must be completed by March 1, 2027, will explore how these courses could fit into existing physical education programs or be offered as electives, covering topics like firearm safety, wildlife identification, and outdoor survival skills. The bill also considers whether completing such a course could lead to official Hunter Education Certification for students. Ultimately, the resolution directs the state education board and the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries to investigate this idea and report their findings to the state legislature.
This resolution directs the Louisiana Department of Health to partner with the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and other experts to study how to prevent and reduce diabetes-related amputations in the state. The study will examine current amputation rates, associated healthcare costs, and evidence-based strategies such as early detection, improved patient education, and expanded access to limb-saving treatments. A specialized workgroup of medical professionals and community members will guide the research, with findings and policy recommendations due to the legislature by December 1, 2026.
This bill is a concurrent resolution that formally commends Lane "Frenchie" Boudreaux for his heroic actions during the Vietnam War. It specifically recognizes his decision to re-enter a combat zone under heavy fire to recover the body of his fallen comrade, Sergeant First Class James H. Moore, carrying the body while refusing to leave him behind. The resolution honors Boudreaux's self-sacrifice and service as an embodiment of the Marine Corps ethos that no comrade is ever abandoned. As a commemorative measure, the bill does not create new laws or funding but serves to publicly acknowledge his bravery and express appreciation for his military service.
This bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes Margaret "Mimi" Stoker for her induction into the Louisiana 4-H Hall of Fame. It highlights her extensive career in agricultural extension, environmental education, and community service across Louisiana, including her thirty-two years with the LSU AgCenter and her work with the Natchitoches Lions Club. The resolution expresses appreciation for her decades of contributions to the state and offers well wishes for her future endeavors.
This resolution formally commends the Lemelle family of St. Landry Parish for their upcoming pilgrimage to Rome and audience with Pope Leo XIV. The measure highlights the family's ancestral ties to the Pope and their legacy of faith and service as reasons for the state's recognition. It does not create any new laws or policies but serves solely to express official appreciation and well-wishes for the family's journey.
This bill directs the state Department of Insurance to continue an existing study on how using out-of-network medical providers affects automobile insurance rates. It specifically extends the timeline for this investigation until February 5, 2027, and grants the task force the authority to add new members as needed. The legislation focuses on gathering data regarding the financial impact of claimants seeking care outside established insurance networks rather than mandating specific changes to current laws.
