Rep. Dewith Carrier

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a specialty license plate for vehicles in Jefferson Parish to commemorate the area's bicentennial. The plate will be available to any vehicle owner in the parish who wishes to display it on their car. The legislation authorizes the state's governing authority to design and issue these plates, while removing a specific reference to the government in the text. This change is administrative and does not alter existing laws regarding vehicle registration or traffic.

Maddy summaryHB 608 proposes the Women's Safety and Protection Act, a legislative measure designed to enhance safety protections for women in Louisiana. The bill includes several amendments that refine legal definitions and procedures, such as clarifying references to correctional facilities and adjusting administrative process terminology. By making these specific textual changes, the legislation aims to update existing civil law frameworks to better address women's safety concerns.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Allen Parish Libraries Board of Control as eligible to receive payment for attending meetings. Under the new provision, regular board members could be paid up to $100 per meeting, while the board president could receive up to $150 per meeting. The funds for these payments would come directly from the Allen Parish Library budget. This change applies specifically to the members of this local library governing body and does not affect other library boards.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to update the rules governing tax sales of property in the state. It directly affects property owners whose homes or land have been sold to satisfy unpaid taxes by clarifying the legal process and protecting their rights. The key provisions redefine the concept of forfeiture, establish a specific period during which tax liens cannot be enforced, and create a formal procedure for owners to claim any leftover money from a sale. Additionally, the amendment allows the legislature to pass laws enabling tax collectors to waive penalties for good cause. This change aims to bring more clarity and fairness to the existing tax sale system without altering the fundamental obligation to pay taxes.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the rules for ambulance service districts in Allen Parish by allowing their commissioners to receive payment for attending board meetings. Under the new provision, commissioners can be paid up to $100 per day for each meeting they attend, with a maximum of 24 such days per year. The funds for these payments must come from the district's own budget rather than state money. This change directly affects the local officials who govern these specific ambulance districts.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a specialty license plate in Louisiana featuring the text "LSU Baseball National Champions." The legislation directs the Department of Public Safety to design and sell these plates, which will be available to any vehicle owner in the state. By adding this new option to the list of approved specialty plates, the bill allows drivers to display their support for the LSU baseball team on their vehicles. The text of the law is updated to include this specific plate design within the existing regulations governing vehicle license plates.

Maddy summaryThis resolution directs a specific subcommittee within Louisiana's Children's Cabinet Advisory Board to study the needs of the state's child welfare system. The study will examine challenges faced by children and families receiving services from the Department of Children and Family Services and aim to provide recommendations for improving outcomes and protecting children. The subcommittee is required to submit a written report with its findings and suggestions by February 1, 2025, to the House Committee on Health and Welfare and the state's legislative research library.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes sanctuary policies in California, which limit local law enforcement's cooperation with federal immigration authorities. The law directly affects police officers, jails, and other local agencies by prohibiting them from inquiring about a person's immigration status or detaining individuals solely based on immigration violations. Key provisions include restrictions on sharing information with federal immigration officials and barring local jails from holding people without a valid court order. The text also includes minor grammatical corrections to ensure consistent language throughout the statute.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates financial support for police officers in Louisiana who are injured while performing their duties and cannot work as a result. It allows these officers to attend college or university without paying tuition, fees, or room and board charges, provided they meet academic standards and maintain a C average. The state will also provide a $250 per semester cash grant for books, covering the time needed to earn a bachelor's degree but not exceeding ten semesters. Funding for these benefits comes from the state's general fund.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution that formally expresses the condolences of the Louisiana Legislature on the death of James David Cain, a former state representative and senator. The document honors Cain's life and career by detailing his background as a basketball coach, his military service, and his decades of public service in both the House and Senate. It serves as an official acknowledgment of his contributions to the state and extends sympathy to his surviving family members, including his wife, children, and grandchildren.