Rep. Ryan Bourriaque

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 summaryHB 356 creates the "Stated Value Homeowner's Policy Act," allowing insurers to offer a new type of homeowner's insurance policy. This policy would cover a home's actual value at the time of loss (rather than replacement cost), directly affecting homeowners who choose this option and insurers who provide it. The bill modifies existing language to clarify that any insurer offering this specific policy option must follow defined requirements. The key change is making the insurer's obligation to provide this option discretionary ("may" instead of "shall"), giving insurers flexibility in offering the policy.

Maddy summaryHB 640 creates the Office of Louisiana Highway Construction within the state Department of Transportation. The bill grants this new office authority to use emergency procurement procedures for highway projects until January 1, 2026, mirroring existing rules for the broader transportation department. This directly affects state transportation operations by establishing a dedicated unit with specific buying powers for highway construction needs. The bill focuses on administrative structure and procurement processes, not on changing road standards or funding levels.

Maddy summaryHB 528 reforms the organizational structure of the state Department of Transportation and Development, clarifying its duties, powers, and responsibilities for staff. It specifically adds a new provision (Amendment 4) authorizing the department to monitor, enforce, and collect penalties for violations within state construction zones, overriding conflicting laws. The bill also streamlines references to existing statutes by removing outdated sections (Amendments 2 and 3). These changes directly affect DOT operations and personnel managing transportation infrastructure and construction zone safety.

Maddy summaryHB 556 is a technical correction bill that updates outdated legal references in Louisiana law regarding the Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD). It revises specific statute citations (such as R.S. 48:23, 76(C), 92, and 94) to align with current code sections, ensuring DOTD's operational procedures reference the correct laws. This procedural bill does not change DOTD's duties, funding, or public-facing policies - it only corrects statutory language for administrative accuracy. The bill affects the DOTD's internal operations by ensuring its legal framework matches current state statutes. (Note: This is a technical amendment, not a substantive policy change.)

Maddy summaryHR 366 is a symbolic resolution commending the Vermilion Catholic High School Screaming Eagles baseball team for winning the 2025 Louisiana High School Athletic Association Division IV Select state championship. It formally recognizes their victory over Ouachita Christian (4-1) and highlights key players' contributions, including the Most Outstanding Player. This resolution has no policy impact - it serves only as ceremonial recognition for the team, coaches, and school, with no funding or legislative changes attached.

Maddy summaryThis Louisiana House resolution urges the EPA to fast-track testing and approval of a feral hog toxicant developed by LSU AgCenter. It specifically requests the EPA use an existing exemption (Limited Replicated Field Trials) to bypass the typical 10-year review process, directly affecting Louisiana agriculture which faces over $90 million in annual damages from feral hogs. The resolution does not create new law but formally asks federal agencies to expedite safety testing for a sodium nitrite-based solution to address the invasive species threat.

Maddy summaryHCR 45 is a non-binding resolution directing the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) to evaluate its district operations, maintenance facilities, and laboratory functions. It specifically authorizes DOTD’s "office of transformation" to assess district alignments and propose establishing a new "district construction engineer" role, while ensuring ongoing project delivery during any changes. The resolution also emphasizes improving coordination with regional agencies to expand access to federal infrastructure funding, particularly in underserved rural areas. This resolution does not create new laws but directs DOTD to study these operational changes as part of its restructuring efforts. The focus is on internal agency evaluation, not immediate policy implementation.

Maddy summarySCR 20 is a resolution urging Congress to direct the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to reinstate and fund the Local Food for Schools Program with approximately $3 million annually. It directly affects schools participating in the program by seeking to restore access to locally sourced food for student meals. The resolution requests Congress to specifically allocate funding to reinstate this program, which provides fresh, locally grown food to schools. As a memorial resolution (not a binding law), it does not change current policy but formally asks Congress to act.

Maddy summaryHCR 83 is a ceremonial resolution commending Danielle Baker, executive director of the Acadiana Delegation in the Louisiana Legislature, for receiving the 2025 Legislative Staff Achievement Award from the Leadership Staff Professional Association (LSPA) of the National Conference of State Legislatures. The resolution recognizes her 15+ years of service, professional contributions to legislative staff organizations, and peer-selected award for outstanding public service. It expresses the Louisiana Legislature's gratitude for her "steadfast commitment to excellence" and "strong work ethic." As a procedural resolution, it has no policy impact and solely serves to formally honor Ms. Baker's professional achievements.