Rep. Travis Johnson

Maddy summaryHB 23 would provide a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to eligible Louisiana state retirees and certain beneficiaries starting July 1, 2026. It applies to retirees aged 60+ with at least one year of benefits by June 30, 2026, plus specific beneficiaries (e.g., those linked to disability retirees or deceased retirees). The COLA would be capped at 2% of the first $80,000 of a recipient’s benefit and funded exclusively from the retirement system’s existing funds. The bill would take effect on June 30, 2026, pending legislative approval.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates Wednesday, May 13, 2026, as Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, Day at the Louisiana State Capitol. The resolution commemorates the organization's 120th anniversary and honors its history as the first intercollegiate fraternity for African American men, noting its members' contributions to civil rights and community service. The measure has no legal effect on laws or policies and serves solely as a symbolic gesture to recognize the fraternity's legacy and its presence in Louisiana.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the condolences of the Louisiana House of Representatives regarding the tragic loss of eight children in Shreveport, Louisiana. It specifically names the eight victims and describes their personal qualities to honor their memories. The bill is a symbolic gesture intended to offer comfort to the families and friends of the deceased.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that expresses the Louisiana House of Representatives' condolences for the tragic death of eight children in Shreveport, Louisiana. It directly affects the families and loved ones of the deceased by offering official sympathy from the legislative body. The resolution lists the names of the children and briefly describes their positive qualities and school affiliations. It does not create any new laws or change existing policies, as it is purely a symbolic gesture of mourning.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution expressing the condolences of the Louisiana House of Representatives for the tragic deaths of eight young children in Shreveport. It formally acknowledges the loss of Mar'Kaydon Pugh, Sariahh Snow, Khedarrion Snow, Braylon Snow, Layla Pugh, Kayla Pugh, Shayla Elkins, and Jayla Elkins, who were all students at various local schools. The text describes each child briefly by name, age, and school, and concludes by offering comfort to their families and friends.

Maddy summaryThis Louisiana legislative resolution asks the U.S. government to reclassify crawfish processing work as agricultural labor so that workers can be hired under the H-2A visa program instead of the more limited H-2B program. The bill also urges federal officials to create a special designation for long-term, compliant crawfish employers and to speed up visa processing times to help businesses meet their seasonal staffing needs. By making these changes, the measure aims to ensure a reliable workforce for the crawfish and landscaping industries during their peak harvest and maintenance periods. The resolution does not become law itself but serves as a formal request to federal agencies and lawmakers to take specific actions to address labor shortages in the state.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally commends Paul Hollis, the director of the United States Mint, for his return visit to the Louisiana House of Representatives. The measure expresses gratitude for his past service as a state representative and his current role as the first Louisianian to lead the Mint. It does not create any new laws or change existing policies, but rather serves as an official statement of appreciation for his contributions.

Maddy summaryHB 660 increases the state-paid annual salary for assistant district attorneys in Louisiana to $50,500 starting July 1, 2026. It directly affects all assistant district attorneys whose salaries are funded by the state (not local parishes), including those in Orleans Parish. The bill specifies exact salary amounts on set dates (e.g., $50,000 effective 2021, $50,500 effective 2026) and requires separate state appropriations to fund these increases. This is a concrete salary adjustment with no new program or policy beyond the specified pay rates.

Maddy summaryHB 90 defines the boundaries of Ferriday's Downtown Entertainment District to include specific streets (Texas Avenue, EE Wallace Boulevard, Mickey Gilley Avenue, First Street, and both sides of Greater Street) and establishes a nine-member governing board. The board will include appointments from the Concordia Parish Sheriff's Department, Delta Recreation's governing board, and other local entities, with members serving staggered terms. This bill creates a formal structure for managing the district's development but does not impose new taxes or regulations on residents or businesses. The measure focuses solely on defining the district's scope and governance framework.

Maddy summaryHB 121 expands the authority of Louisiana's commissioner of agriculture and forestry to address imported seafood violating state law. The bill specifically grants the commissioner the power to seize, hold, or destroy seafood products that breach state regulations. This directly affects businesses importing seafood into Louisiana, requiring compliance with state standards. The law takes effect upon the governor's signature or after the legislative session's deadline, as outlined in the bill's provisions.