Rep. Phillip DeVillier

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution formally commends Lafayette resident Emile Myers for his annual "Emile's Hot Cocoa Fundraiser." The bill recognizes how Myers started a neighborhood hot cocoa stand at age eight in 2019, which has grown into a major community event raising over $100,000 for various local nonprofits. It highlights the fundraiser's support for organizations like the Boys & Girls Club and the American Cancer Society, as well as its role in mentoring the next generation of young philanthropists. This measure serves as an official acknowledgment of Myers' leadership and the positive impact of his youth-led charitable work.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution that formally commends David Kerstein for receiving the 2025 Times-Picayune Loving Cup. It recognizes his decades of philanthropic work in New Orleans, including supporting arts institutions, funding community projects through the Helis Foundation, and serving on various civic boards. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves as an official legislative acknowledgment of his contributions to the city's cultural preservation efforts.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the condolences of the Louisiana House of Representatives for the death of Roger D. Boudreaux, who passed away on March 28, 2026. It recognizes his sixteen-year tenure as mayor of Church Point and his contributions to the local Filipino community and town schools. The bill formally acknowledges his legacy and offers appreciation for his service while extending wishes of comfort to his family and loved ones.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the condolences of the Louisiana House of Representatives on the death of Sharon K. Fontenot, a former city councilwoman and chamber of commerce president from Eunice. The document formally acknowledges her community service, her long-term advocacy for pro-life causes, and her personal contributions to local civic life. It also recognizes her surviving family members and offers appreciation for her dedication to public service and charitable causes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution expressing the condolences of the Louisiana House of Representatives on the death of Leroy Cavalier, a longtime Capitol Security Specialist who passed away on December 19, 2025. The resolution acknowledges Cavalier's service as a security specialist at the northeast bollards station and his contributions to the Capitol Security Office before his passing. It formally offers appreciation for his dedicated service and extends wishes for comfort to his family, friends, and colleagues.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the Louisiana House of Representatives' condolences for the death of Derek Scott, the son of State Representative Rhonda Gaye Butler. It acknowledges Scott's life at St. Mary's Training School and his impact on his family and community. The document serves as a formal tribute rather than establishing new policy or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses condolences for the death of Joe R. Salter, a former Speaker of the Louisiana House of Representatives, and officially recognizes his contributions to the state. It acknowledges his long public service career, including his role as Speaker during the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and Rita, and his subsequent work in various state government positions. The document records his notable accomplishments for posterity and extends appreciation to his family and the Louisiana community he served.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HCR 3) is a concurrent resolution directing the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) to amend rules governing outdoor advertising signs along highways. It requires increased spacing between signs (500-1,000 feet on most highways), bans stacked signs after July 31, 2025, and prohibits new permits for stacked configurations. The changes aim to reduce driver distractions and preserve scenic highway views, directly affecting billboard companies, property owners, and businesses that operate signage near roads. The resolution modifies existing DOTD rules to align with safety and beautification goals under the Highway Beautification Act. Note: The bill’s title incorrectly references SNAP benefits; the actual content addresses outdoor advertising regulations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends Patricia Lowrey-Dufour upon her retirement as the senior legislative analyst for the House Committee on House and Governmental Affairs with House Legislative Services. It formally recognizes her nearly four decades of dedicated service to the Louisiana Legislature, acknowledging her expertise and significant contributions to the institution.

Maddy summaryHCR 2 is a House Concurrent Resolution (not a bill), titled misleadingly as "SNAP/FOOD STAMPS: Urges...," but it actually contains eight amendments to adjust specific percentage rates in healthcare funding formulas for Louisiana hospitals. The amendments modify numerical values (e.g., changing "1.3%" to "1.38%" for outpatient revenue) across multiple hospital funding provisions in the state budget. It does not address SNAP benefits or food stamp funding, despite the title. This resolution is procedural, seeking legislative approval for technical budget adjustments rather than creating new policy. The title's reference to SNAP appears to be an error, as the text concerns hospital funding rates.