Rep. Lauren Ventrella

Co-sponsor SCR 26

Passed · Louisiana Senate · Co-sponsor

PRESCRIPTION: Provides relative to legislative intent of certain Acts relating to causes of action for abuse of a minor.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution expresses the Louisiana Legislature's intent that laws regarding sexual abuse of minors should not have time limits on when victims can file lawsuits. It specifically addresses a recent court ruling that declared previous attempts to revive expired claims unconstitutional, arguing that such time limits do not create permanent rights for the accused. The bill asserts that the state has a legitimate interest in addressing child abuse by allowing victims to seek justice regardless of how much time has passed since the abuse occurred. Ultimately, it serves as a formal legislative statement supporting the removal of expiration dates for these specific legal claims.

Passed May 20, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HB 598

Passed · Louisiana House · Lead sponsor

PSYCHOLOGISTS: Provides relative to psychologists

Maddy summaryHB 598 amends the state code to clarify the definitions of "psychology," "psychological," and "psychologist" within the legal framework. The bill specifically instructs that these terms should be interpreted to include any other words used to describe the same concepts. This change directly affects how psychologists and related professionals are identified and regulated under the law. By updating the statutory language, the legislation ensures that the definitions remain clear and inclusive of various terminology.

Passed May 15, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

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 930

Passed · Louisiana House · Lead sponsor

COSMETOLOGY: Provides relative to cosmetology

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Louisiana laws regarding cosmetology to clarify definitions, set qualification standards, and establish new operational requirements for the state's licensing board. It specifically defines "hair design" and "hair designer" while mandating that the board create a website for applicants to apply for licenses, pay fees, and check their status. The legislation also sets age and education requirements for licensure, outlines specific training hours for hair design, and details how the board must conduct examinations and regulate cosmetology schools. These changes directly affect individuals seeking cosmetology licenses, existing licensees, cosmetology schools, and the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology.

Passed May 13, 2024 0 co-sponsors 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

Primary HB 973

Passed · Louisiana House · Lead sponsor

CIVIL/ACTIONS: Provide relative to the limitation of liability for recreational landowners

Passed May 1, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor SB 255

Signed into law · Louisiana Senate · Co-sponsor

COURTS: Provides relative to the districts of the supreme court. (gov sig)

Signed into law May 1, 2024 1 co-sponsor

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

Co-sponsor HB 891

Passed · Louisiana House · Co-sponsor

CHILDREN/NEWBORNS: Provides relative to the Safe Haven Law

Passed Apr 29, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track