This bill is a resolution that formally commends Representative Candace N. Newell for receiving the Humanitarian of the Year award from Winners of the World Magazine and the WOW Women of Worth Collective. The text recognizes her background in psychology, criminology, and law, as well as her service to Louisiana House District 99 and the New Orleans community. It expresses appreciation for her leadership and extends wishes for her continued success, but does not alter any laws or policies.
This bill creates a task force to study work release programs run by the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections. The task force will investigate how these programs operate and may hold meetings at the state capitol, the department's headquarters, or other locations chosen by the chairman. The legislation also specifies that the department itself will manage the task force rather than the House of Representatives. By establishing this group, the bill aims to provide a formal review of current work release practices without changing existing laws.
This resolution directs the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, along with state health and education departments, to study the current licensing rules for speech-language pathology assistants. The study will compare Louisiana's requirements with those of other states and analyze how these rules affect workforce availability, especially in rural areas, while ensuring patient safety is not compromised. By February 2027, the board must submit a report with specific recommendations on whether to adjust educational prerequisites, clinical hour requirements, or supervision models to better balance access to services with professional standards.
This resolution establishes a temporary task force to study the role of fire chiefs within Louisiana's fire and police civil service system. The group will examine whether the position should be defined uniformly by state law and determine if it should be a full-time role rather than part-time or volunteer-based. The task force, composed of representatives from legislative committees and various fire and police associations, must submit its findings and recommendations to the House of Representatives by early 2027.
This resolution directs Louisiana's legislative auditor to conduct a study on the economic impact of the city of New Orleans on state revenues over the past ten years. The auditor will analyze data provided by the Department of Revenue regarding tax collections and report the findings to the House Committee on Appropriations before the 2027 legislative session. The study aims to quantify the financial contributions of New Orleans' tourism, events, and port activities to help inform future state resource allocation decisions.
This resolution establishes the Task Force on Seismic Activity to investigate recent earthquakes in North Louisiana and determine their causes. The group will include representatives from state agencies, universities, federal partners, and industries involved in oil, gas, and waste injection. After studying the issue, the task force will submit written recommendations to the legislature and present its findings at a public meeting in Northwest Louisiana by March 2027.
This resolution asks the legislative auditor to study whether it is possible and affordable to combine the Baton Rouge City Parish Employees' Retirement System with the state's Firefighters' Retirement System. The study will specifically examine the costs and practicality of moving Baton Rouge firefighters into the larger state system, which currently has a higher funding level than the local system. An official report on these findings must be submitted to the House Committee on Retirement by January 15, 2027. This action directly affects the Baton Rouge firefighters and their pension plans by initiating a formal review of their retirement options.
This resolution asks the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Criminal Justice to study how forensic medical exams for domestic violence survivors are currently handled across the state. The goal is to create consistent rules for these exams so that victims in rural areas receive the same care and evidence collection standards as those in cities. The commission will also look into making the payment process for these specialized medical services clearer and more reliable. To help with this study, the commission is invited to gather input from various groups, including hospitals, law enforcement agencies, and domestic violence advocates. Finally, the commission must submit its findings and suggestions to the legislature by June 2027.
This resolution urges public school officials and employees in Louisiana to follow existing state laws against bullying. It does not create new rules but asks schools to enforce current requirements that mandate anti-bullying policies, reporting procedures, and staff training. The document directs copies of this request to local school superintendents and charter school authorities. By emphasizing compliance with current statutes, the bill aims to ensure consistent enforcement of student safety measures already established by the legislature.
This resolution establishes a task force to evaluate the 18th Judicial District Court Drug Court Program and related behavioral health services for incarcerated individuals in Iberville, Pointe Coupee, and West Baton Rouge Parishes. The eleven-member group includes representatives from the courts, health and corrections departments, mental health and substance abuse professionals, and legislative leaders. Their mandate is to examine specific operational aspects such as recidivism rates, treatment effectiveness, mental health evaluation timeliness, and the costs of the program compared to standard incarceration. The task force must hold its initial meeting within sixty days and submit a final report with findings and recommendations to state committees by February 1, 2027.
This Louisiana House resolution asks the Department of Transportation and Development to form a team that studies safety risks from increased train traffic at the Alabo Street Wharf. The request focuses on potential dangers like grain dust explosions and train collisions with vehicles in nearby neighborhoods, citing recent accidents as a reason for the review. If the study finds issues, the department must create a plan to improve safety and share its findings with the legislature by January 1, 2027. The measure does not change laws or fund projects directly but serves as a formal request for an official safety assessment.
This Louisiana House resolution commemorates the start of the American Revolution in 1775 and highlights the significance of founding documents like the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. The bill formally recognizes these historical events and encourages the people of Louisiana to study and honor the role of the Revolution in American history. It does not create new laws or change government procedures but serves as a symbolic acknowledgment of these historical milestones.
