Rep. Gabe Firment

Maddy summaryThis bill amends an existing law regarding liability for damages caused by livestock by making a minor punctuation change. Specifically, it updates the text to refer to a "Third-party" instead of "Third party" in the section discussing provocation. This procedural adjustment does not alter the substantive rules or outcomes for livestock owners or other individuals involved in such incidents. The change ensures consistency in the written language of the statute without introducing new policies or restrictions.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits Louisiana state agencies from restricting the sale or use of motor vehicles based on their energy source, such as whether they run on gasoline, electricity, or other fuels. It specifically ensures that citizens can purchase new internal combustion engine vehicles without government interference, even if those vehicles emit pollutants. The legislation also clarifies that existing air quality regulations cannot be used to limit a person's ability to buy a car. Ultimately, the law aims to preserve consumer choice by preventing state officials from enforcing bans or limitations on specific types of vehicles.

Maddy summaryHB 409 amends existing laws regarding harassment of hunters, trappers, and fishermen on state-managed lands and waters. The bill specifically removes references to the "Fish Preserve" from the scope of protections, narrowing the areas where these individuals are shielded from harassment. By deleting specific lines and phrases throughout the text, the legislation alters the legal definition of protected zones without adding new penalties or enforcement measures.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the rules for joining insurance companies as defendants in civil lawsuits, primarily affecting plaintiffs, defendants, and liability insurers. It allows courts to add an insurer to a case after a verdict or settlement is reached to ensure the judgment can be enforced, provided the lawsuit falls within the policy's coverage limits and the insurer has not previously denied coverage. The legislation also establishes specific deadlines for insurers to formally notify insured individuals when they decide not to cover a claim or refuse to defend them in court. Additionally, it sets procedures for how insurers must communicate their decision to reserve rights regarding a claim, requiring written notice to the insured and the insured's legal counsel within a set timeframe before trial.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution from the Louisiana Legislature urges President Biden's administration to end the temporary pause on approving pending liquefied natural gas export permits. The bill highlights the state's significant economic reliance on the oil and gas industry, which contributes billions in tax revenue and supports thousands of jobs. It argues that halting these approvals could disrupt global supply chains, increase energy costs, and harm national security. The measure does not change any laws but serves as a formal request to the federal government to resume its review of LNG export projects.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the list of unfair insurance claims practices to include a specific requirement for insurance adjusters. It directly affects insurance companies and their adjusters by mandating that they provide the original repair estimate to a policyholder upon written request. If the estimate has been changed, the bill also requires the company to identify who made those revisions. This change aims to increase transparency in the claims process by ensuring customers have access to the initial assessment of their property damage.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes the Montgomery High School softball team for winning the 2024 Louisiana High School Athletic Association Division IV Non-Select state championship. It highlights the team's achievement of defeating French Settlement in the final game and notes their history of appearing in three consecutive state tournaments. The resolution also extends praise to individual player Taylor Gongre and the coaching staff for their leadership and success during the season.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution asks the Louisiana Commissioner of Insurance to study the possibility of launching a Coastal Reinsurance Assistance Program. The proposed program would create a cooperative reinsurance pool involving several coastal states to offer insurance coverage to property insurers at lower rates than currently available. If implemented, the savings from these lower rates would be passed on to homeowners through reduced insurance premiums. The bill directs the insurance department to complete this investigation and report its findings to the legislature by February 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific section of Interstate 55 in Tangipahoa Parish as the "Trooper Hung Le Memorial Highway" to honor a fallen law enforcement officer. The legislation directly affects the state's transportation infrastructure by officially naming this roadway segment. A key provision involves amending the bill's budget to increase the designated funding amount from $550 to $1,680. This change ensures the memorial designation is properly funded and officially recorded in state records.

Maddy summaryHB 613 is a technical amendment to the state's insurance laws that modifies how rate filings are processed. The bill removes a requirement for public hearings before the state designates a market as noncompetitive and corrects a punctuation error in the legal text. These changes streamline the administrative process for insurers and rating organizations without altering the core rules for setting insurance rates.