Rep. Ryan Bourriaque

Co-sponsor SB 67

Signed into law · Louisiana Senate · Co-sponsor

ROADS/HIGHWAYS: Designates a portion of Interstate 55 in Tangipahoa Parish as the "Trooper Hung Le Memorial Highway". (8/1/24) (EN +$3,360 SG EX See Note)

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific section of Interstate 55 in Tangipahoa Parish as the "Trooper Hung Le Memorial Highway" to honor a fallen law enforcement officer. The legislation directly affects the state's transportation infrastructure by officially naming this roadway segment. A key provision involves amending the bill's budget to increase the designated funding amount from $550 to $1,680. This change ensures the memorial designation is properly funded and officially recorded in state records.

Signed into law May 15, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Primary HB 537

Signed into law · Louisiana House · Lead sponsor

WILDLIFE & FISHERIES: Reallocates money received from fur trapping licenses (EN SEE FISC NOTE SD RV See Note)

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies how money collected from fur trapping licenses is handled in the state budget. It changes the language to ensure that all fees paid for these licenses are reallocated to wildlife and fisheries programs rather than being tied specifically to the sale of the licenses themselves. The amendment directly affects the state's natural resources budget by clarifying the source of funds used to support these conservation efforts. No new programs are created, but the text is adjusted to broaden the description of the revenue being redirected.

Signed into law May 15, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Co-sponsor SCR 37

Passed · Louisiana Senate · Co-sponsor

COMMENDATIONS: Commends and congratulates Richard "Dick" Gremillion Sr., Director of Calcasieu Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness, on the occasion of his retirement.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution that formally congratulates Richard "Dick" Gremillion Sr. on his retirement from his role as Director of the Calcasieu Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness. The text highlights his extensive forty-seven-year career in risk management and emergency response, noting his leadership in training centers and service to the community. As a procedural resolution, it does not alter any laws or policies but serves solely to recognize his contributions and wish him well in his next life chapter.

Passed May 13, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HB 163

Signed into law · Louisiana House · Lead sponsor

INSURANCE/GROUP-SHERIFFS: Provides for an increase in membership to the investment advisory board of the Cameron Parish Sheriff's Office

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the existing law governing the Cameron Parish Sheriff's Office to include two additional members on its investment advisory board. The primary change involves updating the legal code to reflect that the board will now consist of representatives from both Subsection (D) and (F) of the relevant statute. This adjustment ensures the advisory board has a broader composition to oversee the management of funds used for insurance premiums and legal representation costs. The bill does not alter the financial rules for the fund but rather expands the group responsible for advising on its investment strategy.

Signed into law May 13, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Co-sponsor HCR 108

Passed · Louisiana House · Co-sponsor

COMMENDATIONS: Commends the 2024 Festival Acadiens et Creoles in Lafayette on the occasion of the festival's fiftieth anniversary

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution that formally commends the 2024 Festival Acadiens et Créoles in Lafayette for celebrating its fiftieth anniversary. The measure highlights the festival's role in preserving Cajun and Creole culture through music, crafts, and food, noting its origins in the 1970s following a period of cultural suppression. By recognizing the event's milestone, the resolution acknowledges the festival's success in revitalizing French language traditions and fostering community pride in South Louisiana.

Passed May 13, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 20

Passed · Louisiana House · Co-sponsor

CONGRESS: Provides relative to the Government Pension Offset and Windfall Elimination Provision

Passed May 9, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 800

Passed · Louisiana House · Co-sponsor

CONSTITUTION/CONVENTION: Provides for calling a limited constitutional convention (RR INCREASE GF EX See Note)

Passed May 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 91

Passed · Louisiana House · Co-sponsor

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates May 8, 2024, as CODOFIL Day at the state capitol

Passed May 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HR 183

Passed · Louisiana House · Co-sponsor

CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of former state representative, Carl Norman Crane

Passed May 1, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HCR 77

Passed · Louisiana House · Lead sponsor

COMMENDATIONS: Commends the Louisiana 4-H Shooting Sports team on winning the 2023-2024 National Championship

Passed May 1, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track