Rep. Sylvia Taylor

Maddy summaryHB 875 modifies Louisiana's fees for drivers who let auto insurance lapse. It reduces reinstatement fees based on lapse duration (e.g., $150 for 1-30 days, $250 for 31-90 days, $450 for over 90 days) and increases the grace period before fees apply to 30 days for first-time lapses. The bill exempts fees if insurance lapses were ≤30 days and the license plate is surrendered within 30 days, or for first-time lapses with 10-day advance notice. It also caps total fees at $850 for drivers under 65 and $250 for seniors aged 65+, with fees becoming final debt after 60 days. This directly affects Louisiana drivers who experience insurance coverage gaps.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution expressing the Louisiana Legislature's condolences to the family of Dr. Norman C. Francis following his death on February 18, 2026. It honors his life as a civil rights advocate, educator, and community leader who served as president of Xavier University for 47 years and played a key role in rebuilding Louisiana after Hurricane Katrina. The resolution formally acknowledges his legacy and directs a copy of the document to be sent to his family.

Maddy summaryHB 182 requires all licensed hospitals and healthcare providers in Louisiana to ensure a qualified healthcare professional (such as a physician or sexual assault nurse examiner) is available during operating hours to provide forensic examinations and treatment to sexual assault survivors. It mandates that facilities offer survivors information about these services and maintain personnel trained to conduct forensic medical exams. The bill directly affects hospitals, clinics, and healthcare providers statewide by setting new standards for their response to sexual assault cases. It defines key terms like "qualified healthcare professional" to clarify who can perform these examinations, aiming to improve access to specialized care for survivors.

Maddy summaryHB 272 expands Louisiana's R.E.A.D. program to include all students in elementary schools that received a "D" or "F" school performance grade in the prior year. It directly affects students in these low-performing elementary schools by requiring the state Department of Education to ship books quarterly, along with family literacy resources for at-home reading engagement. The bill mandates that schools distribute these materials to every prekindergarten through fifth-grade student. These changes aim to increase access to reading resources in schools needing academic support, as specified in the bill's new eligibility criteria and distribution requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes Wanda Theresa Anderson Davis for her professional achievements and community service. It does not create new laws or change any policies, but instead serves as an official acknowledgment of her career as a lawyer and her leadership roles in the legal profession and various community organizations. The resolution highlights her extensive legal work, service on judicial committees, and contributions to civil rights and community education. The measure was adopted by the Louisiana House of Representatives as a symbolic gesture of appreciation rather than a legislative action with regulatory impact.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new law in Louisiana that makes it illegal to throw objects from a parade float in a way that could cause injury to others. It applies to anyone participating in a parade who recklessly throws items, and it establishes a legal presumption that the thrower is responsible if someone gets hurt. The law does not ban all throwing, allowing for responsible tossing of items that are not prohibited. If a person violates this rule and causes harm, they will automatically be held liable unless they can prove otherwise.

Maddy summaryThis bill redistricts Louisiana's congressional districts by redefining the geographic boundaries for each of the state's five congressional districts. It directly affects voters and elected officials by changing which specific precincts and parishes belong to each district for federal representation purposes. The key provision is a detailed list of precincts assigned to each district, replacing the previous district maps to align with new population data. This change will determine which voters are grouped together to elect their U.S. Representative in future elections.

Maddy summaryHB 397 creates a new crime for recklessly throwing objects from parade floats during events like Mardi Gras, directly affecting parade participants and spectators. It prohibits knowingly or carelessly throwing items that could foreseeably cause injury, with penalties ranging from a $500 fine for the basic offense to up to 3 years in prison for causing serious bodily injury. The bill includes exceptions allowing the responsible tossing of permitted items, such as candy or small trinkets, as long as they don't violate other laws. This law aims to enhance public safety at large public gatherings by holding float operators accountable for dangerous actions.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution expressing the condolences of the Louisiana House of Representatives on the death of Leroy Cavalier, a longtime Capitol Security Specialist who passed away on December 19, 2025. The resolution acknowledges Cavalier's service as a security specialist at the northeast bollards station and his contributions to the Capitol Security Office before his passing. It formally offers appreciation for his dedicated service and extends wishes for comfort to his family, friends, and colleagues.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the Louisiana House of Representatives' condolences for the death of Derek Scott, the son of State Representative Rhonda Gaye Butler. It acknowledges Scott's life at St. Mary's Training School and his impact on his family and community. The document serves as a formal tribute rather than establishing new policy or regulations.