Rep. Daryl Deshotel

Maddy summaryHB 260 is a procedural bill that names itself "The Segus Jolivette Act" and adjusts section numbering within the legislation. It does not change any substantive homicide laws or affect specific individuals or policies. The bill’s sole provisions are administrative: naming the act after Segus Jolivette (a person likely recognized for contributions to criminal justice) and correcting section numbering. This is a commemorative measure with no policy or funding changes.

Maddy summaryHB 577 shortens deadlines for Louisiana state agencies to evaluate and approve voting system procurement bids from 14 to 7 days. It directly affects the commissioner of administration and state bodies managing election technology contracts, modifying existing statutes (R.S. 18:1367.1-1367.14) to reduce processing times. Key provisions include replacing all "14-day" references with "7-day" deadlines for evaluations, appeals, and decisions, while adding a sunset clause ending these changes on June 30, 2027. As a procedural bill, it does not alter voting rules or election outcomes but streamlines administrative processes for voting system contracts.

Maddy summaryHCR 54 is a resolution urging the Louisiana Department of Health to review and revise regulations on minimum chlorine levels in public water systems. It specifically requests this review due to differences in treatment needs between surface water (which often requires more disinfection) and groundwater (which typically has fewer contaminants). The resolution does not change existing laws but asks the Department to update its rules to reflect these distinctions, directly affecting all public water systems in Louisiana.

Maddy summaryHCR 56 is a Louisiana legislative resolution urging Congress to immediately release $1 billion in federal BEAD Program funds for broadband expansion. It directly affects Louisiana communities, businesses, and workers by seeking to end delays that are harming broadband companies, construction firms, and families in unserved areas. The resolution states Louisiana has a fully compliant, ready-to-deploy plan (ConnectLA) with contractors and equipment prepared, and emphasizes that continued delays jeopardize economic growth and essential services. It requests the federal government act without further delay to fulfill the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act's promise of closing the digital divide.

Maddy summarySB 154 criminalizes the possession, distribution, and manufacture of kratom by classifying its active compounds (7-hydroxymitragynine and mitragynine) as Schedule I controlled substances. It directly affects individuals who use or distribute kratom products, with limited exceptions for medical prescriptions under specific state law. The bill imposes fines and prison terms ranging from up to 3 years for small amounts to up to 5 years for larger quantities, while allowing possession of small amounts (under 20 grams) to be punished by fines only. It replaces previous exemptions for kratom and defines "kratom" broadly to include any substance derived from the Mitragyna speciosa plant or containing its active compounds. The law takes effect on August 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution, not a legislative bill with policy provisions. It expresses the Louisiana House of Representatives' condolences on the death of Phil Alexander Robertson, a Duck Commander founder and "Duck Dynasty" star who was a prominent figure in northeast Louisiana. The resolution honors his life, family values, faith, and economic impact through his business, highlighting his 60-year marriage to Kay and his role as a community leader. It has no effect on laws or regulations, serving solely as a symbolic gesture of respect.

Maddy summaryHB 92 authorizes the Acadiana Criminalistics Laboratory Commission to name the new laboratory building after former commission president Martin Bofill "Bo" Duhé. The bill honors Duhé for his service on the commission (2015-2021) and his role in securing funding for the 40,000-square-foot facility. It does not change policies or affect residents, but formally designates the building's name. The measure is purely commemorative, with no substantive legislative impact.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SCR 57) passed by the Louisiana State Legislature to express condolences for Steven J. Miguez, a businessman and community member from Iberia Parish, following his death on February 24, 2025. The resolution recognizes his life of service, including founding businesses like Iberia Crew Boat & Marine Service and Miguez Fuel, his competitive shooting achievements, and his family. It has no policy provisions or direct effect on laws or constituents - it solely offers legislative condolences to his family. The resolution was adopted unanimously by the Senate (34-0) and passed through the House without amendments.

Maddy summaryHCR 11 is a non-binding resolution urging the Louisiana Public Service Commission and Cleco Power to only approve the sale or merger of a regulated electric utility company under specific conditions for a ten-year period. It adds "merger" throughout the text and extends the timeframe for retaining certain conditions to ten years. The resolution does not create new law but requests the Commission and Cleco consider these limitations when reviewing utility transactions. The measure was recently passed by committee (14-0) and is scheduled for floor debate in May 2025. It directly affects utility ownership changes involving Cleco Power and the Commission's approval process.

Maddy summaryHCR 24 creates a special legislative committee to study the Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) and its operations. The bill specifically directs the committee to examine LHSAA's structure and impact on all Louisiana high schools, including public, private, and parochial institutions, as amended throughout the text. This is a procedural resolution (not a law) that establishes a fact-finding body, with no immediate policy changes or direct effects on schools. The committee's work will inform future legislative decisions but does not alter current athletic association rules or funding.