Rep. Barbara Freiberg

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends the Ready Louisiana Coalition for its work promoting quality, affordable early childhood education in Louisiana and designates Tuesday, May 20, 2025, as "Early Ed Day" at the state capitol. It serves as a ceremonial recognition of the coalition's efforts and the importance of early childhood development, citing research on brain development and economic impacts. The resolution does not create new policy, funding, or requirements - it is purely symbolic. It was passed by the Louisiana House of Representatives and is now formally enrolled.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates Monday, May 19, 2025, as "Woman's Hospital Day" in Louisiana. It symbolically recognizes Woman's Hospital in Baton Rouge for its history of providing women's and infant healthcare services, including opening in 1968 and delivering the 400,000th baby at its facility in March 2025. The bill has no policy or funding provisions - it is purely a ceremonial acknowledgment by the state legislature.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates Tuesday, May 13, 2025, as Literacy Day at the state capitol in Louisiana. It also recognizes The Center for Literacy & Learning for its leadership and dedicated work in advancing literacy statewide.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution expresses the sincere and heartfelt condolences of the Louisiana Legislature to the family and friends of Arwin Patrick Bascle upon her passing. It also honors her life, legacy, and contributions to the political fabric of Louisiana.

Maddy summaryHR 132 is a resolution from the House of Representatives of the Legislature of Louisiana that commends Destiny Fagane for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. It formally recognizes her accomplishments, expresses gratitude for her exemplary strides as a Scout and citizen, and congratulates her and Scouting America Troop 1103.

Maddy summaryHCR 19 is a concurrent resolution that expresses the Louisiana Legislature's condolences on the death of former state representative Billy Wayne "Coach" Montgomery, acknowledging his contributions as an educator, coach, and public servant.

Maddy summaryHR 74 designates Monday, April 28, 2025, as Louisiana Young Heroes Day at the state capitol. It also formally commends six high school students recognized by Louisiana Public Broadcasting as 2025 Louisiana Young Heroes for their achievements and contributions to their communities.

Maddy summaryHB 34 revises how medical expenses are handled in civil lawsuits, impacting claimants seeking recovery for medical costs and parties involved in trials. It limits the recovery of medical expenses to amounts considered reasonable for the claim. The bill allows any party to introduce evidence of both the billed and paid amounts for medical services. Furthermore, agreements between healthcare providers and third parties, such as letters of protection with attorneys, will be admissible as evidence to ensure transparency.

Maddy summaryHR 20 is a resolution that expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives upon the death of Steven "Steve" Joseph Miguez. It acknowledges his life, business career, competitive shooting achievements, and family.

Maddy summaryHB 185 requires Louisiana's State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education to count students for school funding using average daily attendance (total student attendance days divided by school session days) instead of current methods. This change directly affects public schools receiving state funding through the Minimum Foundation Program (MFP) formula. The bill mandates the State Board to develop and adopt specific rules for implementing this new counting method. The bill is currently pending in the Education Committee after being referred in March 2025.