Rep. Tehmi Chassion

Maddy summaryThis resolution directs the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, along with state health and education departments, to study the current licensing rules for speech-language pathology assistants. The study will compare Louisiana's requirements with those of other states and analyze how these rules affect workforce availability, especially in rural areas, while ensuring patient safety is not compromised. By February 2027, the board must submit a report with specific recommendations on whether to adjust educational prerequisites, clinical hour requirements, or supervision models to better balance access to services with professional standards.

Maddy summaryThis resolution urges public school officials and employees in Louisiana to follow existing state laws against bullying. It does not create new rules but asks schools to enforce current requirements that mandate anti-bullying policies, reporting procedures, and staff training. The document directs copies of this request to local school superintendents and charter school authorities. By emphasizing compliance with current statutes, the bill aims to ensure consistent enforcement of student safety measures already established by the legislature.

Maddy summaryThis resolution asks Louisiana's Legislative Youth Advisory Council to hold a discussion on how artificial intelligence affects young people in the state. The council, which is made up of high school students, will explore topics such as AI education for students, parents, and teachers, and may gather input from state officials and safety experts. Following the discussion, the council will provide a summary of its findings to the Commission on Civic Education and the legislature. This measure does not create new laws or regulations but serves as a formal request to gather youth perspectives on emerging technology issues.

Maddy summaryThis resolution officially creates the Energy Caucus within the Louisiana House of Representatives to focus on issues related to the state's energy industry. The new group is open to any state representative who currently works in, has previously worked in, or has an interest in promoting the energy sector, which includes fossil fuels, renewable energy, and nuclear power. By establishing this specialized committee, the legislature provides a formal structure for members to discuss and coordinate on matters specific to the energy industry.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the creation of the Task Force on Advanced Drilling by adding a provision that allows the committee chairman to appoint additional members as needed. The change directly affects the House Committee on Natural Resources and Environment by expanding its flexibility in staffing the task force. By inserting a specific clause into the legislative text, the bill ensures the committee can designate extra members based on its judgment. This procedural adjustment does not alter the task force's primary goal of studying carbon storage impacts but modifies how the group is formed.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution asks the U.S. Congress to oppose any efforts to transfer, privatize, or remove parts of the Kisatchie National Forest in Grant Parish, Louisiana, from federal ownership. The bill highlights the forest's cultural, economic, and recreational value to the community while urging increased investment in outdoor activities and conservation. It does not change federal law but serves as a formal expression of local support for keeping the land under federal management.

Maddy summaryThis resolution asks the LSU AgCenter to work with other state agencies to study how to help small and mid-sized farms in Louisiana succeed. The study will focus on creating better training, improving access to processing and storage facilities, and developing programs to encourage young people to enter the agricultural workforce. Specific areas of interest include marketing skills, mental health support for farmers, and expanding opportunities for agritourism and direct-to-consumer sales. The agencies involved must submit a report with their findings and policy recommendations to the House by February 1, 2027.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a task force to study utility terrain vehicles in Louisiana, involving the Louisiana State Police and other relevant stakeholders. The legislation adds the state fire marshal or their designee as a required member of this group. By including this specific role, the bill ensures that fire safety concerns are represented in the task force's discussions. The primary goal is to create a collaborative body that can address issues related to these vehicles without prescribing specific policy outcomes.

Maddy summaryThis Louisiana House resolution asks the U.S. Department of Commerce and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to improve inspections of imported seafood to ensure consumer safety. The measure cites recent FDA findings of radioactive contamination in shrimp and notes that current inspection rates are much lower than those in other countries. It does not create new laws or change federal policy directly, but rather formally requests that federal agencies take necessary actions to address these safety concerns.

Maddy summaryHB 1247 establishes a statewide Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Coordinator to oversee and support forensic care for sexual assault survivors across the state. The bill directly affects healthcare providers, law enforcement agencies, and survivors by creating a centralized role to improve the consistency and quality of medical examinations and evidence collection. Key provisions include defining the coordinator's responsibilities, setting up a funding mechanism, and outlining procedures for training and certification of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners. The legislation aims to streamline the response to sexual assaults by ensuring survivors receive standardized, trauma-informed care from qualified professionals.