Rep. Jason DeWitt

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 412 proposes a constitutional amendment to change Louisiana's property tax system. It would require property to be reassessed every five years (instead of four), limit yearly increases in homestead tax bills to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) growth rate, and create a new exemption for homes where owners have paid property taxes for 30+ consecutive years. These changes would directly affect homeowners with homestead properties, particularly those who have owned their homes for decades. The amendment, if approved by voters in November 2026, would take effect for tax years beginning January 1, 2027.

Maddy summaryHB 340 changes Louisiana's property tax law by requiring real estate to be reappraised every four years (instead of every five years under current law), while keeping personal property reappraised annually. This affects all property owners in Louisiana by altering how often their property values are reviewed for tax purposes. The bill would take effect for tax years beginning January 1, 2027, but only if a related constitutional amendment passes in a statewide election. It does not change tax rates or the method of valuation, only the frequency of reappraisals.

Maddy summaryHB 415 requires mayors and municipal council members in Louisiana cities with populations under 15,000 (based on the latest federal census) to complete 16 hours of annual training on municipal governance topics. The training must cover specific areas like ethics, budgeting, emergency preparedness, public records laws, and procurement, including existing state-mandated trainings such as ethics and harassment prevention. Mayors must report compliance to the Louisiana Municipal Association by January 31 each year, with the association certifying compliance by March 31 and making records public. The requirement applies to mayors elected on or after January 1, 2027.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HCR 3) is a concurrent resolution directing the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) to amend rules governing outdoor advertising signs along highways. It requires increased spacing between signs (500-1,000 feet on most highways), bans stacked signs after July 31, 2025, and prohibits new permits for stacked configurations. The changes aim to reduce driver distractions and preserve scenic highway views, directly affecting billboard companies, property owners, and businesses that operate signage near roads. The resolution modifies existing DOTD rules to align with safety and beautification goals under the Highway Beautification Act. Note: The bill’s title incorrectly references SNAP benefits; the actual content addresses outdoor advertising regulations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends Patricia Lowrey-Dufour upon her retirement as the senior legislative analyst for the House Committee on House and Governmental Affairs with House Legislative Services. It formally recognizes her nearly four decades of dedicated service to the Louisiana Legislature, acknowledging her expertise and significant contributions to the institution.

Maddy summaryHB 437 establishes a standardized model proof of loss form for property and motor vehicle insurance claims, requiring policyholders to provide specific details like loss location, estimated repair costs, and certifications about claim accuracy. It directly affects policyholders filing claims and insurers processing them, clarifying that reasonable rental expenses are limited to periods when rental coverage wasn’t approved. Key provisions include adding a required form with fields for policy details, loss description, and legal owner information, while prohibiting insurers from using non-standard formats for this document. The bill does not alter coverage terms but standardizes documentation to improve clarity in the claims process.

Maddy summaryHB 570 references existing requirements in R.S. 51:1773 regarding minors' use of applications, directing that developers comply with those provisions. The bill's amendments (amending grammar and terminology) do not introduce new policy changes but adjust the bill's language to align with the referenced law. The bill directly affects app developers by requiring adherence to established regulations for minors' application use. No specific new mechanisms or policy changes are described in the provided context beyond referencing existing law.