Louisiana Bills

This Senate Resolution (SR 61) formally commends Rosa Mae Briley Pitre on the occasion of her 100th birthday. The bill recognizes her life achievements, including her work as a seamstress and telephone operator, and her long-standing faith in the Catholic community. It directs the Senate to send a copy of the resolution to her as a gesture of celebration.

Senate Resolution 64 expresses the Louisiana Senate's condolences for the passing of Josephine Ruth Kennedy, the former Louisiana Medicaid Director. The bill formally recognizes her distinguished career in public service, during which she led major initiatives to expand health coverage and improve care delivery for Louisianans. It also directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to her family and the Louisiana Department of Health as a gesture of respect.

This resolution commends Film Louisiana for its role in supporting the state's film industry and designates April 15, 2026, as Film Louisiana Day at the State Capitol. The measure directly affects the statewide trade association representing movie and television producers by officially recognizing their contributions to job creation and economic growth. It serves as a formal acknowledgment of the industry's importance to Louisiana's economy rather than imposing new laws or regulations. By setting aside a specific date, the bill provides a symbolic opportunity for industry members to engage with legislators and highlight the sector's value.

This bill is a resolution from the Louisiana Senate that expresses condolences to the family of Kirby Shawn Dawson, who recently passed away as the Assistant Chief City Marshal of Shreveport. The document honors Dawson's life and career, noting his nearly two decades of service in law enforcement and his leadership in youth mentorship programs like D.A.R.E. It formally acknowledges his contributions to the community and directs a copy of the resolution to his family as a gesture of sympathy.

Senate Resolution 62 is a procedural measure that expresses the Louisiana State Senate's condolences for the death of Joseph Cassimere, a respected educator and community leader from St. Landry Parish. The resolution honors his life achievements, including his forty-seven years in education, his role as the first African-American interim superintendent in the district, and his contributions to farming and youth sports. It formally acknowledges his legacy and directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to his family.

This bill is a concurrent resolution that expresses the Louisiana Legislature's sincere condolences to the family of John Norman Gallaspy, who passed away on March 21, 2026. The document outlines Gallaspy's life achievements, including his service in the Korean War, his career as a lawyer, and his contributions to the Bogalusa community. It formally recognizes his legacy and directs a copy of the resolution to be sent to his family.

This bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes the "LIFTOff Louisiana" team for their successful proposal to the Federal Aviation Administration's pilot program on electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. It directly honors the Department of Transportation and Development, the Houma-Terrebonne Airport Commission, and the Gulf of America Center of Excellence for their collaborative work in advancing aviation technology and safety. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves to acknowledge the team's achievement as one of only eight selected nationally. Copies of this recognition will be sent to state officials, including the governor and agency leaders.

This Senate resolution formally commends Olivia Daigle for being crowned the 2025-2026 Louisiana State Queen Sugar at the Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival. The document highlights her role as an ambassador for the festival, her academic pursuits at Louisiana State University, and her various volunteer activities. It also notes her family background and expresses the Senate's appreciation for her leadership and service. This measure does not create new laws or policies but serves to recognize her specific achievement and honor her contributions.

This bill designates Wednesday, April 1, 2026, as Tulane Day at the Louisiana State Capitol to formally recognize Tulane University's contributions to the state. The resolution highlights the university's role in education, research, healthcare, and economic growth, citing its impact on jobs, tax revenue, and community revitalization. It does not change any laws or policies but serves as a symbolic acknowledgment of the institution's value to Louisiana.

This bill asks the Louisiana State Law Institute to study whether homeowners living in condominiums should be allowed to have their homes seized for unpaid condominium fees. Currently, Louisiana law protects a person's primary residence from being taken to pay most debts, but condominium associations have special legal rights to collect unpaid charges from owners. The study would examine if an exception to this protection could be created for specific unpaid or accelerated condominium costs without changing other debt protections. This resolution does not change the law itself but seeks a legal analysis to inform potential future legislation.

This bill asks the Louisiana State Law Institute to study how retirement benefits are divided between former spouses when a marriage ends. The request focuses on the existing legal method, known as the Sims Formula, which calculates a divorced spouse's share based on years worked during the marriage. The study aims to explore potential changes to current laws governing this division of community property assets. This is a research request rather than a law that immediately changes how divorces are handled.

HB 81 allows property owners to trim overhanging tree branches or roots from a neighbor's plants after sending a 30-day written notice via certified mail. It requires landowners to notify neighbors before trimming and specifies that they must cover their own trimming costs. If a landowner trims without proper notice, they could be liable for damaging the neighbor's plants. The bill directly affects property owners dealing with encroaching vegetation between adjacent lots.