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 legislative resolution asks the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development to build a roundabout at the intersection of Louisiana Highway 1019 and Old Louisiana Highway 16. The bill cites safety data suggesting roundabouts reduce severe collisions and encourages drivers to slow down, which is particularly relevant near the nearby Live Oak Junior High School. By formally requesting this infrastructure change, the resolution aims to improve traffic safety without mandating the construction.
This bill modernizes Louisiana's high school career and technical education system by creating a new framework known as the Louisiana Jump Start Modernization Act. It directly affects K-12 students, educators, and employers by establishing a structured pathway that allows students to earn a specialized Career Diploma recognized by all state colleges and universities. Key provisions include requiring every student starting in seventh grade to create an individual career plan, setting up a collaborative governance body to oversee program quality, and ensuring that students in rural areas have access to the same rigorous coursework as those in urban districts. The legislation also mandates the use of detailed wage data from employers to track student outcomes and defines specific roles for career coaches to guide students through their technical training.
This bill is a concurrent resolution that formally congratulates Grambling State University on the 100th anniversary of its Tiger Marching Band. It recognizes the band's historic contributions to music, education, and Louisiana's cultural heritage since its founding in 1926. The resolution serves as an official commendation from the state legislature and directs a copy to the university president.
This bill designates Tuesday, May 19, 2026, as Early Ed Day at the Louisiana State Capitol to honor the Ready Louisiana Coalition. The resolution recognizes the coalition's work in advocating for quality and affordable early childhood education and highlights the importance of early brain development for children's future success. It does not create new laws or programs but serves as a formal commendation and a day of recognition within the state legislature.
This bill directs Louisiana's Economic Development agency and the Governor's Office of Rural Development to study whether a new program should be created to invest in energy and education projects for rural communities. The legislation specifically asks these agencies to investigate the feasibility of such an initiative, noting that electricity prices in the state increased by seven percent between 2024 and 2025. By mandating this feasibility study, the bill aims to gather data and recommendations before any funding or program implementation occurs. The text also assigns specific oversight roles within the Governor's office to manage this review process.
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This bill creates a new pathway for establishing vocational and technical charter schools in Louisiana that bypass local school boards and go directly to the state board for approval. To qualify, these schools must offer programs aligned with high-demand, high-wage jobs in sectors like manufacturing, technology, and energy, and they must receive a formal resolution of support from the State Board of Commerce and Industry. The legislation allows up to 50% of student enrollment to be reserved for children of employees or residents working in the specific industry the school serves, while also permitting industry representatives to sit on the school's governing board. Additionally, the bill requires charter agreements to include memorandums of understanding with local businesses to provide support such as internships and career counseling.
This Louisiana concurrent resolution requests that the United States Congress classify the Doctor of Physical Therapy degree as a professional degree eligible for enhanced federal student loan borrowing limits. The measure aims to allow physical therapy students to access higher levels of federal financial aid, similar to other professional degree programs, rather than being restricted by lower undergraduate loan caps. It specifically targets students pursuing physical therapy education in Louisiana to support workforce development and address healthcare needs in the state. As a memorial resolution, this document does not change state law directly but formally asks the federal government to adjust eligibility rules for student loans.
This Senate resolution formally recognizes Lacie Thomas Fontenot for being named the 2026 Louisiana School Health Service Provider of the Year by the state Department of Education. The document highlights her role as a speech-language pathologist in Livingston Parish Public Schools and her additional community support work. It concludes by instructing the Senate to transmit a copy of this commendation to Fontenot.
This bill designates March 31, 2026, as Southern University Day at the Capitol to honor the Southern University System's 146-year legacy. It recognizes the system's five campuses and their contributions to education, research, and community service across Louisiana. The resolution commends specific achievements, including new facilities, academic milestones, and athletic accomplishments at each campus. This is a commemorative measure that does not change laws or allocate funding, but rather acknowledges the university system's impact.
