Rep. Barbara Freiberg

Maddy summaryHB 149 designates a specific segment of United States Highway 190 Business East in Slidell, Louisiana (from Beech Avenue/Interstate 10 Service Road to Military Road) as the "Senior Police Officer Trevor Abney Memorial Highway." The bill requires the Louisiana Department of Transportation to install and maintain signage for this designation only if local or private funds cover the costs (up to $2,250 per sign). This is a purely ceremonial bill with no substantive policy changes, solely honoring a police officer through road naming.

Maddy summarySB 305 requires Louisiana's Board of Regents and state agencies like Louisiana Works to create a free, public online dashboard showing how college programs connect to job outcomes. The dashboard will display data such as graduate employment rates, typical wages, and alignment with high-demand jobs, disaggregated by program. It aims to help students, families, and schools make informed decisions while allowing policymakers to assess workforce needs. The bill explicitly states it won’t mandate program changes, force performance funding, or disclose personal student information.

Maddy summarySB 376, the "Learn and Earn Act," creates a new program allowing Louisiana public high schools to partner with businesses for paid, credit-bearing work-based learning opportunities. It requires school boards to establish career practicums through written agreements with businesses that ensure fair value exchange (e.g., businesses provide equivalent benefit for school resources used) and align with state-approved career pathways. The program directly affects high school students - especially in rural or underserved communities - by offering compensated job training in fields like healthcare or technology while meeting educational requirements. Key provisions mandate that these practicums operate exclusively within defined instructional boundaries, prioritize student safety/supervision, and integrate financial literacy and employability skills.

Maddy summaryHB 341 establishes specific procedural rights for Louisiana law enforcement officers (including city police, campus police, and state-certified probation officers) during administrative investigations into misconduct. It requires employers to provide written notice of investigations and charges, mandates that all interrogations be recorded in full, and guarantees officers the right to have legal counsel present and to obtain copies of recordings. The bill also sets strict timelines, requiring investigations to conclude within 75 days (with limited extensions up to 60 days for good cause) and prohibits using statements from administrative investigations in criminal cases. These provisions directly affect officers facing disciplinary actions, ensuring transparency and due process during their investigations.

Maddy summaryHB 346 renames a specific section of U.S. Highway 171 in Florien, Louisiana (from Louisiana Highway 118 to Sandra Lane) as the "Speaker Joe Salter Memorial Highway." The bill directs the Louisiana Department of Transportation to install signage for this redesignation, provided local or private funds cover the department's actual costs (up to $750 per sign). This is a procedural naming bill with no substantive policy changes affecting residents, programs, or funding. It solely honors Speaker Joe Salter through a highway designation.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits law enforcement officers working at public colleges and universities in Louisiana from receiving state supplemental pay. The change removes these higher education institutions from a list of agencies eligible for an additional $600 monthly payment that currently applies to police officers in New Orleans and Lake Charles. By amending the relevant state statute, the legislation ensures that only officers working for specific city police agencies and state departments can receive this extra compensation. The measure does not affect the base salaries of these officers or their employment conditions, only their eligibility for this specific state-funded supplement.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates April 27, 2026, as Louisiana Young Heroes Day at the state capitol to honor seven high school students recognized by Louisiana Public Broadcasting. The bill specifically commends these seven individuals for their achievements in academics, public service, and overcoming personal challenges, highlighting their roles as community role models. By officially naming this date, the legislature acknowledges the contributions of these young people without altering any laws or policies.

Maddy summaryHB 111 would allow incarcerated individuals in Louisiana to earn an additional 90 days of credit toward their parole supervision date if they obtain an associate's degree from a regionally accredited, department-approved educational institution while serving their sentence. This policy directly affects people in Louisiana state prisons who complete such a degree program. The key provision adds this specific credit to existing good time calculations under Louisiana law, reducing the time they must serve under parole supervision. The bill does not alter prison sentences but shortens the parole period for eligible individuals who earn the degree.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates April 15, 2026, as Child Care Association of Louisiana Day at the state capitol in Louisiana. It aims to honor childcare business owners, early childhood educators, and support staff for their contributions to the industry. The resolution formally recognizes the work of these professionals and encourages citizens to acknowledge the importance of licensed childcare providers.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally praises Teach For America for its work in improving education in Louisiana and across the United States. It highlights the organization's history, its network of over 70,000 leaders, and specific programs like the Ignite Fellowship that provide tutoring to students. The text does not create any new laws or change policies; instead, it serves as an official commendation from the Louisiana House of Representatives.