Rep. Troy Romero

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution (HCR 31) requests the Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) to avoid scheduling games during Easter weekend (Good Friday, Holy Saturday, and Easter Sunday). It directly addresses the LHSAA, asking them to pause athletic events to allow student athletes and families time for religious observance of the Lenten season's end. The resolution cites that families in Louisiana often observe these days and that athletes deserve uninterrupted family time without choosing between sports and religious traditions. It is a non-binding request, not a law, and does not require the LHSAA to comply.

Maddy summaryHB 93 is a technical amendment to clarify the tax authority of the Acadiana Regional Juvenile Justice District. It corrects references in the tax code (specifically removing "and (D)" from sections 15:1109.5(C) and (D)) to ensure the district's existing power to levy certain local taxes remains properly defined under current law. The bill does not create new taxes or change tax rates; it only updates statutory language for accuracy. This procedural change affects the district's administrative authority but has no direct impact on taxpayers or new policy. The bill is currently pending introduction.

Maddy summaryHB 37 requires online platforms to exercise a duty of care when entering binding contracts with minors. This means platforms must take reasonable steps to protect minors during these agreements, such as ensuring terms are understandable and avoiding exploitative practices. The bill directly affects companies offering digital services, apps, or content that contract with users under 18. It recently passed a committee with amendments (11-0) and now has an effective date set for June 1, 2026, after a deadline change from March 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 412 amends Louisiana law to require the state to maintain a directory of alternative nicotine products, such as e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches. This directly affects manufacturers and retailers of these products by mandating they be listed in the state's updated directory. The key provision replaces previous statutory language with a specific requirement for a centralized product directory under Revised Statute 26:926.1. The bill focuses on improving transparency around these products through this administrative change, without altering product safety standards or pricing.

Maddy summaryHCR 51 is a concurrent resolution memorializing Congress and the USDA to reinstate and fund the Local Food Purchase Assistance (LFPA) program. It directly affects Louisiana farmers - especially socially disadvantaged producers - and food banks across the state, including all five Feeding Louisiana network partners. The resolution seeks to restore a program that previously provided over $12 million to support local food purchases for distribution through food banks and community organizations. This would help rebuild market access for farmers, expand fresh food access for underserved communities, and strengthen local food systems. As a procedural resolution, it requests federal action but does not create new law.

Maddy summaryHB 428 re-creates the Department of Transportation and Development, ensuring the continued operation of this state agency. This action allows the department, which oversees transportation infrastructure and development services, to maintain its functions for the public. The bill functions under a sunset law, preventing the department from expiring as previously scheduled.

Maddy summarySB 106 allows nighttime frog hunting in Louisiana using jacklights or mechanical devices like frog catchers, while prohibiting the carrying or possession of firearms during these activities. The bill directly affects individuals who hunt frogs at night, specifically changing existing rules about equipment and safety measures. Key provisions clarify that froggers may use visible light aids and mechanical tools but must not have guns present during nighttime hunting. This amendment updates Louisiana's existing frog hunting regulations (R.S. 56:634(A)) to explicitly address nighttime methods and firearm restrictions. The law aims to standardize nighttime frog hunting practices under specific safety and equipment rules.

Maddy summaryHB 373 requires the Workforce Investment Council to annually analyze the return on investment for industry-based credentials earned by high school students. It mandates collecting and sharing student data - including social security numbers - with the Council to evaluate these credentials' effectiveness in preparing students for careers. The bill directly affects high school students pursuing industry certifications and the Workforce Investment Council, which must use the data to assess program value. Key provisions include standardized data collection, annual reporting, and specific sharing protocols for student information. The bill aims to inform policy decisions about high school career pathways without specifying fiscal impacts.

Maddy summaryHB 35 establishes a minimum mandatory sentence for drivers who flee the scene of an accident involving their vehicle. It directly affects individuals convicted of hit-and-run offenses where their vehicle was directly involved in the collision. The bill requires courts to impose a specific minimum prison term (details not specified in the text) for these offenses, rather than allowing judges to set sentences at their discretion. This policy change aims to standardize sentencing for certain hit-and-run cases by removing judicial flexibility in these specific situations.

Maddy summarySB 99 defines "mobile speed camera" in Louisiana law to include handheld, unmanned, or portable devices that capture speeding violations via photos or video showing a vehicle's license plate. It requires that citations issued by these devices be sent by mail and prohibits imposing criminal fines or fees for such violations. The bill also explicitly states that failure to pay these citations will not be reported to credit bureaus. This law directly affects drivers cited for speeding by mobile cameras and the agencies operating them.