Maddy summaryHR 79 is a resolution that designates May 2025 as Myositis Awareness Month in Louisiana. It aims to encourage Louisianians to learn more about myositis, a group of rare autoimmune muscle-wasting diseases.
Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 84 is a commemorative resolution that expresses the Louisiana House of Representatives' condolences on the death of Alton E. "Red" Franklin. It honors his life and contributions, particularly his extensive career as a high school football coach and his community involvement.
Maddy summaryHR 20 is a resolution that expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives upon the death of Steven "Steve" Joseph Miguez. It acknowledges his life, business career, competitive shooting achievements, and family.
Maddy summaryHB 147 authorizes Claiborne Parish to hold a local election on whether to allow video draw poker machines (commonly called video poker) within the parish. The bill requires the parish government to call a vote, with results determining if video poker can operate under existing state law or be prohibited. If a majority votes "yes," video poker may be operated; if "no," it is banned and no licenses will be issued. The election must occur 45-180 days after the parish passes an ordinance, and the parish bears all costs. This is a one-time local voting mechanism, not a direct change to gambling laws.
Maddy summaryHB 168 creates a state tax deduction for Louisiana taxpayers who pay college athletes for using their name, image, or likeness (NIL). Individuals can deduct up to $12,500 per athlete, while corporations can deduct the actual amount paid (capped at $12,500), for compensation earned while the athlete participates in a varsity sports program at a Louisiana college or university that receives state financial aid. The deduction applies only to NIL compensation paid during active athletic participation and excludes amounts prohibited under existing law (R.S. 17:3703). The bill takes effect January 1, 2026, and affects athletes at participating Louisiana institutions, as well as businesses or organizations paying them for NIL rights.
Maddy summaryHB 5 requires Louisiana public school systems to use savings from the Teachers' Retirement System to provide permanent salary increases for teachers and other school employees starting in the 2025-2026 school year. Certificated staff, such as teachers and administrators, must receive at least a $2,000 raise, while non-certificated staff, including aides and clerical workers, must receive at least $1,000. The bill mandates that these salary increases include associated retirement costs and applies to employees on specific leaves, such as military or maternity leave, provided they remain in their approved positions. If a school district does not have enough savings to cover the full amount of these raises, the remaining cost is to be funded through the state's minimum foundation program formula. Additionally, the legislation clarifies that charter schools participating in the state retirement system must also comply with these salary increase requirements.
Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the membership structure of the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Criminal Justice by adjusting the representation for Jefferson Parish. Specifically, it changes the requirement so that one member will be selected from Jefferson Parish, while the total number of members from that parish is reduced from two to one. This amendment directly affects the commission's composition by altering how many commissioners represent that specific parish. The change is a procedural adjustment to the committee's makeup rather than a new policy initiative.
Maddy summaryHB 320 modifies the requirements for student instruction and teacher training in the state's public education system. The bill allows the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education to create policies that mandate specific topics be included in what students learn and how teachers are trained. It also requires the board to evaluate the timing and frequency of teacher training to ensure it does not interfere with regular academic activities. This legislation directly impacts school districts, educators, and the state board by shifting certain instructional and training decisions to the board's authority.
Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the deadline for parishes to request a waiver of matching funds for capital outlay projects, extending the eligibility period through June 30, 2027. It directly affects parishes in Louisiana that seek financial assistance for infrastructure and construction projects without having to provide matching funds. The key provision is a simple date adjustment in the existing law, allowing these requests to be made for a longer timeframe than previously allowed. This change does not alter the requirement for a waiver itself, only the window during which a parish can apply for one.
Maddy summaryThis bill allows businesses in Louisiana to receive sales and use tax rebates for purchasing specific communications and data center equipment. It creates a new program that issues unique payment numbers to taxpayers who meet strict qualifications, such as building approved data centers that create at least fifty permanent jobs or installing fiber-optic networks in rural areas. Under the plan, eligible companies can get back a portion of the taxes they paid on items like servers, cooling systems, and construction materials, provided the purchases are made on or after July 1, 2024. The legislation also defines exactly what counts as data center equipment and excludes general office supplies or short-term leases from the rebate. Ultimately, the bill aims to encourage investment in local data infrastructure and broadband expansion by reducing the upfront tax costs for qualifying projects.
