Rep. Tehmi Chassion

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution designating Wednesday, June 11, 2025, as "Master P Day" at the Louisiana state capitol. It formally commends Percy "Master P" Miller for his career achievements in music, business, and philanthropy - including his work with the Team Hope Foundation, Miller Family Foods, and his recent appointment as president of basketball operations for the University of New Orleans Privateers. The resolution has no policy or financial impact; it serves only as a symbolic recognition of his community contributions.

Maddy summaryHCR 44 is a non-binding resolution urging the Louisiana State University School of Public Health to reconsider its recommended age for routine breast cancer screening. It does not change any current guidelines or mandate action; it simply asks the school to review its recommendations. The resolution is currently pending floor debate after passing committee review, but it has no legal effect on healthcare policies or patient care. This type of resolution expresses legislative opinion but does not alter medical practices.

Maddy summaryHR 374 is a resolution creating the Youth Tobacco and Nicotine Cessation Task Force to study nicotine use among Louisiana youth under 21. The task force, composed of health officials, educators, healthcare associations, and youth representatives, will examine health impacts, usage trends, prevention strategies, and policy options like school safety and taxation. It will review existing research and data to identify effective approaches for reducing youth nicotine use and report findings to health committees by January 2026. This resolution does not enact new laws but aims to inform future policy through evidence-based recommendations.

Maddy summaryHR 30 is a ceremonial resolution designating Opelousas, Louisiana, as the "Horse Capital of Louisiana." It recognizes the city's historical ties to horse racing, breeding (including the Chinawood Stock Farm), and equestrian education (like the Academy of the Sacred Heart's program). The resolution has no policy or funding impact - it is purely symbolic, celebrating local equine culture and encouraging statewide support for the equine industry. As a procedural resolution, it does not affect laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) passed by the Louisiana House of Representatives. It formally commends Percy "Master P" Miller for being named president of basketball operations for the University of New Orleans Privateers and recognizes his broader career achievements as a musician, entrepreneur, and community advocate. The resolution highlights his work with the Team Hope Foundation, Miller Family Foods, and his philanthropy, including financial literacy programs and mental health advocacy. It has no binding effect or policy impact beyond expressing legislative praise.

Maddy summaryHR 356 is a symbolic House resolution commending Broussard Mayor Ray Bourque, Jr., for his appointment as president of the Louisiana Municipal Association (LMA) for 2025-2026. It does not create new laws, alter policies, or directly affect any residents or government programs - it is purely a formal expression of support. The resolution highlights the LMA’s role in representing Louisiana’s 306 municipalities but contains no binding provisions or funding changes. As a procedural resolution, it has no substantive impact beyond acknowledging Mayor Bourque’s leadership role.

Maddy summaryHR 341 requires the Louisiana Department of Insurance (LDI) to study incentives and standards for the Fortify Homes Program, directly affecting coastal homeowners and new residential construction. The bill mandates the LDI to evaluate current practices and make specific recommendations to update coastal building codes for new homes. This study aims to improve resilience against storms by establishing clearer benchmarks for construction standards. The bill focuses on concrete policy changes through a formal LDI review process, without specifying new funding or regulations.

Maddy summaryHCR 42 is a resolution urging Louisiana's Office of Motor Vehicles to study creating special identification cards for residents with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. It would examine key details like fee waivers (similar to existing autism card provisions), required physician documentation, card design features, alternative application methods (e.g., homebound services), and renewal processes. The study would also assess how such cards could help protect vulnerable individuals who may wander, referencing data showing 94,700 Louisianans aged 65+ diagnosed with Alzheimer's. The Office of Motor Vehicles must submit a report to lawmakers by July 1, 2026, detailing findings on feasibility and implementation.

Maddy summaryThis Louisiana state resolution (HR 369) urges Congress and federal health agencies to maintain current Medicaid funding levels for hospitals in Louisiana. It specifically requests that the Department of Health and Human Services and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services avoid policy changes that would reduce reimbursements, which could lead to hospital service cuts or closures - particularly affecting rural facilities serving medically underserved communities. The resolution also calls for immediate approval of pending payment plans for Louisiana hospitals and physicians. Adopted unanimously by the Louisiana House on June 12, 2025, it is a formal request to federal officials, not a binding law.

Maddy summaryHCR 17 is a concurrent resolution requesting the Louisiana Housing Corporation to study how its resources are allocated for financing housing development in rural Louisiana. The study must examine current funding distribution, identify challenges like substandard housing and higher costs in rural areas, and report findings to the legislature by March 15, 2026. This procedural bill does not change funding rules but seeks data to inform future decisions on rural housing needs. It directly affects the Louisiana Housing Corporation, which must conduct and submit the study.