Rep. Mike Johnson

Maddy summaryHB 443 is a procedural amendment that corrects specific references within a law regarding the confidentiality of records for certain protected individuals. The bill does not introduce new policies or change existing rules but instead updates the text to align paragraph and subsection numbering with the current legal structure. This technical adjustment ensures the statute accurately describes how confidentiality protections apply without altering the actual rights or obligations involved.

Maddy summaryHB 577 prohibits social media companies from collecting data on minors to use for targeted advertising. The law directly affects children under the age of 18 and the digital platforms that serve them. By restricting how these companies gather and utilize personal information from young users, the bill aims to limit their ability to show ads based on the habits and preferences of minors. This measure represents a concrete change in commercial regulations without speculating on its broader economic or social impacts.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new state crime for unlawfully entering or reentering Louisiana as an alien who is not lawfully present in the United States. It defines "alien" to include anyone unlawfully present in the state and specifies that lawful presence covers U.S. citizens, permanent residents, visa holders, and those with asylum status. The legislation establishes penalties for the offense and includes an exemption for aliens who are victims or necessary witnesses to serious crimes such as domestic violence, rape, and human trafficking. Additionally, the bill authorizes the governor to negotiate an interstate compact with other states to deter unlawful entry and reentry.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the existing law establishing the Department of Economic Development by renumbering its internal sections and making minor text adjustments. The changes involve deleting specific lines and renumbering sections sequentially from Section 2 through Section 8 to correct the bill's structure. These modifications do not alter the department's core functions or funding but serve to organize the legislation for clarity. The bill directly affects the state agency responsible for economic development by updating its statutory framework.

Maddy summarySB 500 amends existing tax rules to ensure that local fees and taxes apply to specific non-gaming incentives provided by certain licensed businesses. The bill clarifies that these taxes cover items given away for free or obtained through loyalty program rewards, such as discounts or redeemable points. It also explicitly states that sales and use taxes still apply when businesses purchase the physical goods intended to be used as these incentives. This legislation directly affects licensees who offer promotional items and the local governments that collect these taxes.

Maddy summarySB 234 prohibits state and local government entities in Louisiana from entering into contracts with companies that discriminate against the firearm and ammunition industries. The bill defines "status" to explicitly include the lawful products, services, and practices of firearm entities and trade associations, ensuring these businesses are protected from discriminatory treatment. It authorizes the state attorney general to take legal action against companies that violate these rules and allows the attorney general to recover legal costs if they win a case. Additionally, the law includes a threshold exemption, meaning the restrictions do not apply to contracts where a company receives less than $50,000 in total funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies existing laws to limit the financial liability of vehicle operators when they are sued for injuries caused to people who illegally block roads or highways. The key change adds a specific exception to the law, ensuring that drivers are not held responsible if the injury resulted from an intentional act or omission by the person blocking the road. This provision directly affects drivers involved in incidents with roadblockers and the individuals who set up those blocks. By clarifying that intentional actions by the blocker exclude the driver from liability, the bill aims to provide clearer legal standards for these specific situations.

Maddy summaryHB 329 amends the Health Care Employment Reinvestment Opportunity Fund to expand how the Louisiana Department of Health can use its money. The bill allows the department to fund grants that support training and education programs for residents entering nursing and allied health fields, including financial incentives for students. It also authorizes funding for internships at licensed healthcare providers in the state and permits up to ten percent of the annual fund to be used for administrative costs. Additionally, the law requires the Louisiana Board of Regents to share specific information and documentation about relevant training programs with the department to help implement these initiatives.

Maddy summaryHB 267 is a procedural bill that does not yet establish specific requirements for numeracy education in Louisiana schools. Instead, it sets a condition stating that the law will only take effect once the legislature passes a separate bill providing the necessary funding. This measure directly affects the implementation timeline for any future numeracy programs targeting kindergarten through third-grade students. Because the bill relies on future funding legislation to become active, it currently serves as a placeholder rather than an immediate policy change.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the licensing rules for the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners, allowing it to issue temporary permits and licenses to specific individuals. The change clarifies that these permits are intended for situations where medical services are provided only in limited or temporary contexts. By adjusting the wording on the page, the legislation ensures the board has the authority to grant these short-term credentials without the full requirements of a permanent license. This update directly affects medical professionals who may need temporary authorization to practice under restricted conditions.