Rep. Beryl Amedée

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes an Alzheimer's and Related Dementias Advisory Council within the Louisiana Department of Health to provide guidance on issues affecting people with dementia. The council will be composed of specific members, including a representative from the home health industry with dementia experience, and the governor must appoint a caregiver for a person with Alzheimer's or related dementia to the group. The legislation also updates the council's connection to the governor's office of elderly affairs and adjusts the number of members to twenty-two. These changes aim to create a formal advisory body focused on dementia care without altering existing funding or operational procedures.

Maddy summaryHB 61 is a procedural bill that amends the text of an existing state law regarding National Guard death and disability benefits. The legislation does not create new benefits or change how benefits are calculated; instead, it simply updates the legal citation within the current statute to include a specific introductory paragraph. Because the bill only corrects a reference and contains no new policy provisions, it has no direct impact on veterans or their families.

Maddy summaryThis Louisiana concurrent resolution asks the Board of Regents and other public university leaders to carefully review the hiring of professors and instructors from countries designated as foreign adversaries. The request specifically targets positions involving scholarship and leadership, with extra caution advised for roles tied to national defense or intelligence research. While the bill urges vigilance against potential threats from hostile nations, it also affirms support for academic freedom and encourages cooperation with allied countries. Ultimately, the resolution serves as a formal recommendation rather than a law, aiming to prioritize the interests of Louisiana and the United States in university staffing decisions.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education to examine how ACT and WorkKeys test scores are currently used in school and district accountability systems. The board is required to complete this study and submit a written report with its findings and recommendations to the House Committee on Education before the start of the 2025 legislative session. A copy of the resolution is also to be sent to the president of the State Board. The measure focuses on gathering information about these specific standardized tests rather than changing how schools are evaluated at this time.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates Wednesday, May 15, 2024, as Homeschool Day at the Louisiana State Capitol. It is a symbolic resolution that honors parents who choose to educate their children at home and acknowledges the academic achievements of homeschooled students in the state. The measure does not create new laws or change educational policies but serves to recognize the growing homeschooling population and express gratitude for their contributions to Louisiana's families.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally commends the members and volunteers of the 2024 Concerned Women for America of Louisiana's Encourage-A-Legislator Project for their participation in state politics. The document recognizes these individuals for their efforts to engage with legislators and support legislation they are passionate about. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as an official expression of appreciation from the Louisiana House of Representatives.

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.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates the bridge on Louisiana Highway 648 over Bayou Lafourche as the "Austin Bush Memorial Bridge." The legislation directly affects the specific roadway infrastructure by officially naming it in honor of Austin Bush. It achieves this through a simple text amendment that updates the bill's language to include the new name. Once enacted, the change will appear on official state maps and signage for that bridge.

Maddy summaryHB 339 establishes rules for acceptable payment methods at public air carrier airports. The legislation directly affects airports and the payment systems they use to process transactions for services like parking and concessions. It specifies which forms of currency or digital payment are permitted for use in these public facilities. The bill aims to standardize payment options to ensure clarity for travelers and airport operators.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows charter boat fishing guides to access the Fisherman's Gear Compensation Fund, which provides financial assistance for lost or damaged fishing equipment. The legislation amends the fund's rules to explicitly include these guides among the eligible recipients of the money. By updating the list of authorized users, the bill ensures that charter guides can receive the same gear replacement support available to other fishermen. This change directly affects commercial fishing guides operating charter boats who may need financial aid for their equipment.