Rep. Brett Geymann

Maddy summaryHB 13 is a procedural amendment to an appropriations bill that does not create new spending or change policy. It makes minor wording adjustments to clarify references to the State General Fund and adds the word "care" to a specific line item regarding medical costs. These changes are technical edits intended to ensure the bill's language is precise rather than to alter how money is distributed. The bill directly affects the legislative text of the larger appropriations package but has no independent impact on government operations or citizens.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends an existing constitutional amendment that sets spending limits for state government operations. It updates the covered time period to the 2025-2026 fiscal year and adjusts the deadline for the budget limit calculation to no later than January 31, 2025. The legislation also changes the formula used to calculate these limits, allowing the state to consider economic factors from any of the three preceding years instead of just the two. These changes directly affect how the state determines its maximum allowable spending for the upcoming fiscal year.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a "Government Growth Limit" that restricts how much money the state can spend from its general fund and dedicated funds each year. The limit is calculated by the Revenue Estimating Conference based on recent trends in Louisiana's population growth and national changes in consumer and medical prices. If the calculated limit is lower than the previous year's spending, the state cannot increase recurring expenses beyond that cap unless the governor submits a separate proposal for specific programs. The bill also clarifies that any spending above the limit must be for nonrecurring expenses, such as one-time costs, rather than ongoing operational needs.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to Louisiana that would place strict limits on how much money the state government can spend in a single year. It directly affects the state legislature, the governor, and the Revenue Estimating Conference by requiring them to calculate spending caps based on the growth of personal income in the state. Under the new rules, the legislature could only raise the spending limit if voters approve a specific change, and any extra money above the cap could only be used for one-time expenses rather than ongoing programs. The amendment also updates how the governor prepares the annual budget to ensure it stays within these new financial boundaries.

Maddy summaryThis bill officially designates the existing Vietnam Veterans Memorial at Veterans Memorial Park in Lake Charles as the state's Louisiana Vietnam Veterans Memorial. The primary change is adding a new section to the state code to formally recognize this specific location with that official title. The legislation does not alter the physical memorial or its funding, but rather establishes its legal status as the designated memorial for the state.

Maddy summaryHB 854 amends existing rules for the state wildlife rehabilitation program by extending a specific time limit from one day to two days and requiring that a notice be included in a particular process. These changes adjust procedural requirements for individuals or organizations working with injured wildlife to ensure they have adequate time and proper documentation. The bill does not create new programs or alter funding but instead refines how current regulations are applied to rehabilitation efforts.

Maddy summaryHB 467 is a procedural bill that amends the state code to update references regarding the sale of raw milk and commercial animal feeds. The legislation modifies existing sections to include new requirements for monthly salmonella testing, record-keeping, and labeling standards for raw milk producers. It also grants the commissioner of agriculture the authority to temporarily suspend the sale of raw milk if it poses an immediate health threat, while allowing legislative committees to review and override such suspensions. Because the bill text indicates no impact on current laws and primarily serves to align statutory references, it functions as a technical update rather than introducing new substantive policy.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the official name of the state's Department of Energy and Natural Resources by adding the words "energy and" to the title of the secretary. It also requires the department to collaborate with the Center for Energy Studies when performing its duties. These changes clarify the agency's leadership title and establish a specific partnership for energy-related work without altering the department's core responsibilities.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the membership rules for the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board in Louisiana. It specifically adds three new members who will be appointed directly by the governor to serve alongside existing board members. The change is designed to adjust the board's composition to include these additional appointed representatives.

Maddy summaryHB 492 is a procedural bill that amends the text of a separate eminent domain law currently under consideration. It does not create new policies or directly affect any specific individuals or groups on its own. Instead, the bill defines key terms used in the related legislation and sets a condition stating that it will only become effective if the original eminent domain bill is passed and signed into law.