Rep. Shaun Mena

Maddy summaryHB 1047 amends Louisiana law to exclude prescription drug authorization requests from a specific workers' compensation dispute resolution timeline. The bill removes prescription drugs from a provision that previously required payors to notify medical providers of authorization decisions within five business days and allowed appeals within fifteen calendar days. This change means prescription drug requests will follow different procedural rules than other medical treatments under the workers' compensation system. The legislation directly affects workers' compensation payors, medical providers, and patients seeking prescription medications through the state's workers' compensation program.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Louisiana's workers' compensation law to clarify how vocational rehabilitation counselors are selected for injured employees. It requires employers to choose a licensed counselor to help with job placement or training, but also allows employees or employers to request services through the Office of Workers' Compensation Administration if the employer refuses. The law establishes a dispute process where either party can file a claim if they disagree with the counselor's work, leading to a fast hearing within 10 to 30 days without needing prior mediation. This change aims to provide a quicker resolution path for conflicts over vocational services while maintaining employer responsibility for the initial selection.

Maddy summaryHB 875 modifies Louisiana's fees for drivers who let auto insurance lapse. It reduces reinstatement fees based on lapse duration (e.g., $150 for 1-30 days, $250 for 31-90 days, $450 for over 90 days) and increases the grace period before fees apply to 30 days for first-time lapses. The bill exempts fees if insurance lapses were ≤30 days and the license plate is surrendered within 30 days, or for first-time lapses with 10-day advance notice. It also caps total fees at $850 for drivers under 65 and $250 for seniors aged 65+, with fees becoming final debt after 60 days. This directly affects Louisiana drivers who experience insurance coverage gaps.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution expressing the Louisiana Legislature's condolences to the family of Dr. Norman C. Francis following his death on February 18, 2026. It honors his life as a civil rights advocate, educator, and community leader who served as president of Xavier University for 47 years and played a key role in rebuilding Louisiana after Hurricane Katrina. The resolution formally acknowledges his legacy and directs a copy of the document to be sent to his family.

Maddy summaryHB 182 requires all licensed hospitals and healthcare providers in Louisiana to ensure a qualified healthcare professional (such as a physician or sexual assault nurse examiner) is available during operating hours to provide forensic examinations and treatment to sexual assault survivors. It mandates that facilities offer survivors information about these services and maintain personnel trained to conduct forensic medical exams. The bill directly affects hospitals, clinics, and healthcare providers statewide by setting new standards for their response to sexual assault cases. It defines key terms like "qualified healthcare professional" to clarify who can perform these examinations, aiming to improve access to specialized care for survivors.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new procedure in Louisiana to handle situations where multiple child custody orders conflict with each other. It requires judges overseeing custody cases to check for any existing competing orders before issuing a new one. If conflicting orders do exist, the law specifies that the earliest custody order takes precedence over any later orders. This change directly affects family court judges and parents involved in custody disputes by creating a clearer hierarchy for resolving conflicting legal decisions.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution expressing the condolences of the Louisiana House of Representatives on the death of Leroy Cavalier, a longtime Capitol Security Specialist who passed away on December 19, 2025. The resolution acknowledges Cavalier's service as a security specialist at the northeast bollards station and his contributions to the Capitol Security Office before his passing. It formally offers appreciation for his dedicated service and extends wishes for comfort to his family, friends, and colleagues.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the Louisiana House of Representatives' condolences for the death of Derek Scott, the son of State Representative Rhonda Gaye Butler. It acknowledges Scott's life at St. Mary's Training School and his impact on his family and community. The document serves as a formal tribute rather than establishing new policy or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses condolences for the death of Joe R. Salter, a former Speaker of the Louisiana House of Representatives, and officially recognizes his contributions to the state. It acknowledges his long public service career, including his role as Speaker during the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and Rita, and his subsequent work in various state government positions. The document records his notable accomplishments for posterity and extends appreciation to his family and the Louisiana community he served.

Maddy summaryHB 572 creates Louisiana's Resilient Youth and Trauma-Informed Schools Grant Pilot Program to support public schools with 60% or more students eligible for free/reduced lunch. The program provides grants for schools to hire counselors/social workers, train staff in trauma-informed practices, implement social-emotional learning curricula, and establish community mentorship networks. Participating schools must collaborate with Louisiana universities to track attendance, discipline, and mental health outcomes, reporting annually to the Department of Education. The program requires legislative funding and will generate annual reports for the legislature on results and recommendations. This pilot aims to improve student well-being through evidence-based school-based support services.