Rep. Beau Beaullieu

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific stretch of Louisiana Highway 93 in Lafayette Parish as the "Desert Shield-Desert Storm Memorial Highway" to honor military service. The designated section runs from the intersection of Highway 723 and Wyman Road to the intersection with Destination Pointe Lane. The Department of Transportation and Development must install and maintain appropriate signage for this designation, but only if local or private funding covers the costs, with a maximum of $750 per sign. This is a commemorative measure rather than a policy change affecting transportation rules or funding.

Maddy summaryHB 842 amends Louisiana's Election Code to clarify administrative procedures for election officials. It specifies that state and parish governments share payment responsibilities for registrars, chief deputy registrars, and confidential assistants (state portion paid by the secretary of state, parish portion by local authorities). The bill also strengthens restrictions on political activities for unclassified election staff and establishes procedures for handling allegations against registrars, requiring hearings within 30 days of allegations. These changes primarily affect parish election officials and the processes governing their operations.

Maddy summaryHB 824 establishes an annual spending cap for Louisiana's state general fund by calculating a "Government Growth Limit" based on population growth and inflation (using U.S. Census and Bureau of Labor Statistics data) from the previous five years. This limit restricts how much annual state funding can be allocated for ongoing expenses, requiring any amounts above the cap to fund one-time costs instead. Exceptions apply to funds from the Budget Stabilization Fund, federal funding replacements, or other designated sources. The bill affects all state budget decisions and requires the governor and legislature to adhere to this cap when proposing or approving spending.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a sales and use tax rebate program for purchases of equipment and materials used in aerospace facilities and activities in Louisiana. To qualify, aerospace facility owners must certify that their projects will create at least 200 new permanent jobs and invest at least $1 billion in the state between July 2026 and July 2031. The rebate applies to purchases made on or after July 1, 2026, and can be claimed annually by eligible contractors and facility owners through the Department of Revenue. If a facility fails to meet its job creation or investment obligations by July 2031, the state can terminate the agreement and require repayment of any rebates already received. The program is administered by Louisiana Economic Development, which certifies facilities and manages agreements that can be renewed for up to 10 additional years.

Maddy summaryHB 117 re-creates Louisiana's Department of State and all state agencies legally part of it, effective June 30, 2026. It sets a fixed expiration date of July 1, 2033, for all statutory authority governing these entities, meaning they must cease operations by that date unless re-created earlier under specific procedures. The bill repeals conflicting existing provisions and updates the sunset schedule to reflect this 7-year term for the department and its associated agencies.

Maddy summaryHB 743 creates the "Harry P. Williams Memorial Airport District" in St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, to govern the Harry P. Williams Memorial Airport. The district, established upon approval by the St. Mary Parish Council and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), will operate as a political subdivision with authority to manage airport operations, infrastructure, and financial matters. It will be governed by a seven-member board of commissioners appointed by the parish council, who will oversee airport planning, facility development, and acceptance of federal grants. The district’s boundaries align with St. Mary Parish, and it will assume responsibility for airport management currently held by local government. This bill does not impose new taxes or fees but reorganizes airport governance under a dedicated district structure.

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 commendation resolution honoring Gordie White for his long-term dedication to waterfowl conservation and wetland preservation through his work with Ducks Unlimited. It recognizes his role in founding the New Iberia chapter in 1972, his service as state chairman, and his development of the "Ducklings" volunteer fundraising model that has spread nationwide. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves to formally acknowledge his contributions and encourage future generations to continue environmental stewardship.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a formula for reducing Louisiana's individual income tax rate when money is deposited into the state's Income Tax Elimination Fund. It directly affects individual taxpayers by potentially lowering their tax rates based on the amount of funds transferred to the fund relative to total tax revenue collected. The mechanism requires the Department of Revenue to calculate a new tax rate by dividing fund deposits by tax revenue, multiplying by the current rate, and subtracting the result from the existing rate, with a minimum threshold of 0.05% reduction required for any change to take effect. The bill only becomes operative if a constitutional amendment related to this tax reduction is approved by voters in a statewide election.

Maddy summaryThis proposed Louisiana bill (HB 605) changes how workers' compensation insurance costs are calculated for employers. It prevents insurers from including third-party accident costs in an employer's experience modifier until reimbursement from the third party is finalized. Any resulting premium increase would be paid in two equal installments over two years. The bill is currently under review by the Labor Committee and has not yet been enacted.