Rep. Wilford Carter

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the existing legal framework for expunging criminal records by updating specific article references and removing outdated procedural lines. It directly affects individuals seeking to clear their criminal histories by modifying the statutes that govern how these records are erased. The key mechanism involves deleting old text and inserting new citations to Article 985.3, which streamlines the language used in the law. As a technical revision, the bill focuses on correcting the legislative text rather than creating new rights or changing the fundamental process for record expungement.

Maddy summaryThis resolution asks the Louisiana Department of Education and the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education to stop using specific "edu-tainment" videos in classrooms. It targets content from the nonprofit PragerU, which the bill claims promotes discriminatory and anti-Semitic viewpoints alongside conservative political messages. The measure cites examples of videos that present contested historical claims and criticize social movements, arguing these materials conflict with the state's goal of providing a just and humane learning environment. Because this is a non-binding request rather than a law, it urges state officials to review and potentially ban these resources without creating new legal mandates.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the legal timeline for filing lawsuits related to the abuse of minors by removing references to a previous 2021 law. The primary change involves deleting specific citations from the text, which effectively updates how the statute is referenced without altering the core prescriptive period itself. By streamlining the legal language, the bill ensures the current rules for these cases remain clear and consistent with existing statutes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution that asks state agencies and local partners to create and promote apprenticeship programs specifically designed for high school students. It directs the Department of Education and the Workforce Commission to work with school boards and business groups to develop these opportunities, which combine classroom learning with paid on-the-job training. The legislation requires these entities to submit a written report by January 16, 2025, detailing their findings and recommendations for improving how young people access career training.

Maddy summaryHB 578 amends the Back on Track Youth Pilot Program by updating terminology to refer to "children" and "youths" instead of "juveniles" throughout the text. The bill also clarifies that the program falls under the jurisdiction of both the Department of Education and the Louisiana Commission on Children and Youth. Additionally, it defines "youth or youths" as any person who has not yet reached the age of eighteen. These changes are primarily linguistic and definitional, ensuring consistent language across the program's administration.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases the criminal penalties for individuals who unlawfully disrupt the operation of a school. It directly affects people charged with interfering with school activities by raising the maximum jail time to six months and increasing the maximum fine to $1,000 for lesser offenses. For more serious disruptions, the bill mandates a prison sentence of at least one year and up to five years, which may include hard labor, in addition to potential fines. These changes apply to anyone convicted of violating the existing laws against school disruption.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires all public schools in Louisiana to adopt a single, uniform ten-point grading scale for assigning letter grades. Under the new rules, a score of 90 to 100 earns an A, 80 to 89 earns a B, 70 to 79 earns a C, 60 to 69 earns a D, and 0 to 59 earns an F. While this standard applies to most public schools, it explicitly excludes schools operated by the U.S. Department of Defense on military installations and does not apply to charter schools, which remain exempt from this specific mandate. The legislation also removes the previous requirement for the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education to oversee the implementation of a grading scale.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends a law regarding the protection of agricultural land from foreign adversaries by adding a specific legal definition for "land." The change requires that the term "land" in the statute be interpreted according to the definition found in R.S. 3:3602. This clarification directly affects how agricultural properties are identified and protected under the existing legislation. The bill is currently under consideration by the Committee on Appropriations after being referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture, and Rural Development.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the official condolences of the Louisiana House of Representatives on the death of Maudrie Peters Jones Ross. It honors her life by detailing her roles as a church leader, community volunteer, and the first African American stenographer at the Calcasieu Parish School Board. The text serves as a formal tribute rather than a law, acknowledging her career achievements and family legacy without altering any government policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Louisiana laws to allow licensed professional counselors and marriage and family therapists to receive supervision through virtual video conferencing. It requires the state board to create specific rules for this remote supervision, ensuring it meets the same standards as in-person training through secure technology. The legislation also modifies experience requirements for licensure, permitting candidates to count up to three thousand hours of supervised practice that includes this virtual format.