Rep. Ed Larvadain

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 summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution that expresses the Louisiana Legislature's condolences for Dr. Joe S. Green, known as "The Bayou Bishop," who passed away on February 20, 2026. The resolution formally acknowledges his life and service, highlighting his roles as a military veteran, church leader, and community figure who served for decades in Rapides Parish. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official statement of respect and appreciation for his contributions to the state and his community.

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 Louisiana House resolution designates March 16, 2026, as Opportunity in Action Day at the state capitol in Baton Rouge. The measure recognizes the Louisiana Opportunity Youth Alliance and aims to bring together youth and youth-serving organizations to learn about the legislative process and engage with elected officials. It defines opportunity youth as individuals aged 16 to 24 who are neither enrolled in school nor employed, highlighting the state's high rate of youth disconnection. The resolution encourages communities across Louisiana to support these youth and organizations in building stronger connections and expanding opportunities.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, specifically the Zeta Lambda Omega Chapter in Rapides Parish, for its 18th Founders' Day and 71st Charter Day. It formally recognizes the chapter's decades of community service, including scholarships, youth mentoring, health outreach, and civic engagement in Central Louisiana. The bill is a ceremonial acknowledgment that extends appreciation for the organization's contributions and wishes continued success, without implementing any new laws or policy changes.

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 summarySB 365 creates Louisiana's Voting Rights Act, prohibiting political subdivisions (like parishes, municipalities, and school districts) and state agencies from implementing election policies that suppress voting or dilute the voting power of protected classes (defined as racial, ethnic, or language minorities). The bill establishes the Louisiana Voting Rights Commission to enforce these prohibitions, requiring election policies to avoid creating disparities in voter access or participation for minority groups. Key provisions include banning policies that intentionally or unintentionally reduce minority voters' ability to participate or elect preferred candidates, with exceptions only if a policy is necessary for a compelling government interest and no less discriminatory alternative exists. The law applies to all election-related actions, from registration to ballot counting, and sets clear standards for evaluating potential violations.

Maddy summaryHB 800, the "Make Affordable Groceries Again Act," prohibits large grocery suppliers and dominant retailers from engaging in unfair pricing practices that disadvantage smaller retailers. It requires covered suppliers (those with over $6 billion in annual sales) to offer identical terms of sale to all retailers purchasing goods on the same volume basis, and to share anonymized pricing data with non-dominant retailers upon request within 14 days. The law specifically targets price discrimination against smaller retailers by major chains (dominant covered retailers with over $18 billion in annual sales) and prevents coercion of suppliers to violate these rules. It directly affects large grocery suppliers, dominant retailers, and smaller retailers competing for the same products, aiming to increase pricing transparency in grocery markets. The bill does not apply to gasoline, prescription drugs, tobacco, or alcohol.