Rep. Troy Hebert

Maddy summarySCR 9 is a concurrent resolution creating a Task Force on Fatherhood Engagement to study ways Louisiana can increase fathers' involvement in their children's lives. The task force, composed of state agency representatives and community organizations, will research best practices and develop recommendations for agencies like Children and Family Services, Education, and Health by February 2026. It focuses on identifying policy changes, funding opportunities, and programs to support fathers, particularly those in incarcerated populations or seeking employment. The resolution does not enact new laws but directs the task force to report findings to the legislature, aiming to improve father engagement across state systems.

Maddy summaryHCR 83 is a ceremonial resolution commending Danielle Baker, executive director of the Acadiana Delegation in the Louisiana Legislature, for receiving the 2025 Legislative Staff Achievement Award from the Leadership Staff Professional Association (LSPA) of the National Conference of State Legislatures. The resolution recognizes her 15+ years of service, professional contributions to legislative staff organizations, and peer-selected award for outstanding public service. It expresses the Louisiana Legislature's gratitude for her "steadfast commitment to excellence" and "strong work ethic." As a procedural resolution, it has no policy impact and solely serves to formally honor Ms. Baker's professional achievements.

Maddy summaryHR 247 is a resolution directing Louisiana's Special Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs to study two existing programs supporting veterans in the criminal justice system: the Veterans Court Program Treatment Act and the Post-Conviction Veterans Mentor Program. The committee must evaluate these programs to recommend potential revisions that better assist veterans with co-occurring mental health, substance use, and criminal justice challenges. The resolution requires the committee to submit a report to the House Judiciary Committee by March 9, 2026. This is a procedural step focused on program review, not new legislation.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 310), not a law with policy changes. It formally recognizes the Catholic High School of New Iberia Panthers baseball team for winning the 2025 Louisiana High School Athletic Association Division III Select state championship. The resolution specifically commends the team's victory, highlights key players and coaches, and encourages continued athletic excellence. As a symbolic gesture, it has no legal effect or direct impact on any policies or individuals beyond expressing legislative praise.

Maddy summaryHR 309 is a symbolic resolution commending the Catholic High School of New Iberia Panthers football team for winning the 2024 Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) Division III Select championship. The resolution specifically highlights their championship victory over Dunham High School (31-28), recognizes quarterback Luke Landry as the game's Outstanding Player, and notes key team achievements including multiple Louisiana Football Coaches Association All-State honorees. As a non-binding resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes - it solely serves as an official expression of legislative recognition. The bill was adopted by the Louisiana House of Representatives in June 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 519 amends the citation process for a second violation of laws prohibiting wireless device use while driving. It specifically changes how law enforcement issues citations for a "secondary offense" (a second time caught using a device like a phone while driving). The bill updates the language in the law to clarify that a citation can be issued upon a second violation. This directly affects drivers who repeatedly use wireless devices while operating a motor vehicle. The changes apply to the existing law, not the core prohibition.

Maddy summaryHB 357 requires health insurance plans to cover integrative cancer treatments like acupuncture, directly affecting cancer patients seeking these services and health insurance issuers. The bill limits coverage for acupuncture treatment during active cancer care to fifteen visits per year, unless additional treatments are recommended by nationally recognized cancer guidelines and the treating physician. It also modifies prior authorization requirements by adding "prior authorization" to the list of coverage conditions. This bill is currently under review by the Committee on Appropriations after passing the Insurance Committee with amendments.

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 273 establishes the official state children's Christmas book, designating a specific title as a state symbol. The bill’s amendments (Amendment No. 1 and 2) corrected minor drafting errors, such as removing unnecessary "the" before "Cajun" in the text. This is a symbolic procedural bill with no substantive policy changes or direct impact on residents or state programs. It focuses solely on naming a children’s Christmas book for official recognition.

Maddy summaryHB 153 modifies work search requirements for individuals receiving unemployment benefits. It adds language allowing the administrator (a state official) to direct claimants on specific job search activities, rather than requiring fixed, universal search methods. This change directly affects unemployed workers applying for or receiving state unemployment benefits. The bill does not alter benefit amounts or eligibility but shifts authority to the administrator to set tailored job search expectations based on local labor market conditions.