Rep. Joy Walters

Maddy summaryHB 120 corrects outdated references in Louisiana law regarding death benefits for Louisiana State Guard members. It removes specific statutory citations (like R.S. 29:26.1(G)) that no longer apply, ensuring the law accurately references current provisions. The bill directly affects families of deceased Louisiana State Guard members by maintaining their eligibility for existing death benefits without changing the benefit amount or eligibility criteria. This is a technical correction to the legal text, not a policy change.

Maddy summaryHR 288 is a symbolic resolution commending the Sigma Rho Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, for its 35 years of community service in northwest Louisiana. It recognizes the chapter's achievements, including over 288 scholarships, 60,000+ community service hours, and programs like its 32-year Debutante Program. The resolution contains no new policy, funding, or obligations - it solely offers formal recognition through a House of Representatives resolution. This is a standard commemorative measure with no direct impact on laws or constituents.

Maddy summaryHR 296 is a symbolic resolution (not a law) passed by Louisiana's House of Representatives to commemorate St. Patrick's Day. It formally recognizes Louisiana's historical Irish cultural ties, including the 1806 St. Patrick's Day celebration in New Orleans and Irish immigrants' role in building the New Basin Canal (1832-1838). The resolution also acknowledges the American Irish State Legislators Caucus, which fosters U.S.-Ireland relations. As a non-binding commemoration, it does not create new policies or affect any specific group legally.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution from the Louisiana House of Representatives formally honors Reverend King John Taylor for over 50 years of gospel preaching and quartet singing, recognizing his service with the Silvertones Gospel Singers and his ministry at Reno Hill Baptist Church. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is purely a symbolic gesture of appreciation. The resolution specifically commends his decades-long dedication to gospel music and ministry, alongside his prior work as a plumber and water department crew chief. It was adopted by the Louisiana House on June 9, 2025, as a non-binding expression of respect.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution expressing condolences from Louisiana's House of Representatives for the late U.S. Congressman Charles B. "Charlie" Rangel, who died on May 26, 2025. The resolution honors Rangel's 46-year congressional career, military service (including a Bronze Star), leadership as the first African American chair of the House Ways and Means Committee, and legislative work on initiatives like the Affordable Care Act and the Africa Growth and Opportunity Act. It does not create new laws or affect any policies - it is purely a formal expression of sympathy for his passing. The resolution was adopted by the Louisiana House on June 8, 2025.

Maddy summaryHR 343 is a ceremonial resolution designating July 25-27, 2025, as "Notre Dame Catholic High School All-Class Reunion 2025 Weekend" in Shreveport, Louisiana, to commemorate the school's 67th anniversary. It honors the school's founding in 1958 by Paul O'Brien and his wife, highlighting its history as a Catholic institution serving African American students and fostering academic and character development. The resolution commends the school and urges all Louisiana schools to encourage alumni reunions as a tradition. This is a symbolic gesture with no direct policy impact or legal effect on residents or institutions.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) that formally commends Marvelle "Hot Boy Yoshi" Brown for his contributions to music, media, and marketing in Shreveport. It recognizes his work as a DJ, radio host, founder of Red Line Marketing, performer at major events (including Super Bowl LIX), and community involvement. The resolution has no policy impact or legal effect - it serves solely as a symbolic honor from the Louisiana House of Representatives.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 345) is a memorial from Louisiana's House urging Congress to create a federal disaster insurance program covering flooding, tornadoes, fires, and other disasters. It directly affects homeowners and businesses in disaster-prone areas by requesting affordable insurance to cover rebuilding costs, modeled after the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The resolution emphasizes that such insurance would provide financial certainty for insurers and expedite recovery efforts after events like hurricanes or wildfires. It does not create new law but asks Congress to adopt this approach to complement existing disaster relief programs.

Maddy summaryHR 329 is a resolution (not a binding bill) passed by the Louisiana House urging the Attorney General and Louisiana Department of Insurance to investigate pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) for potential violations of existing laws. It specifically requests that these agencies examine whether PBMs are violating rules by owning or financially benefiting from pharmacies, which critics argue creates conflicts of interest that disadvantage independent pharmacies. The resolution also urges the Louisiana legislature to pass new laws prohibiting PBMs from owning or having financial interests in pharmacies. This would aim to prevent PBMs from steering patients to their own affiliated pharmacies and ensure fair reimbursement practices for all pharmacies. The resolution highlights concerns about rising drug costs, reduced competition, and threats to rural pharmacy access, referencing similar actions taken by other states.

Maddy summaryHCR 75 is a procedural House Concurrent Resolution that creates a Chronic Wasting Disease Task Force. It establishes the task force structure, specifying that the House-appointed member serves as chair and outlining its composition through committee referral. This resolution does not enact new policy or directly affect specific groups; it solely provides a framework for coordination among state agencies. The resolution is currently pending in committee with recent favorable reports.