Rep. Robby Carter

Maddy summarySB 190 designates specific road segments in certain parishes to honor fallen law enforcement officers. The bill amends existing road descriptions to clarify the designated sections (e.g., changing "overpass to" to "overpass and"). It has no funding requirements or new obligations - it solely provides a commemorative name for existing roadways. The bill passed unanimously in the Senate (39-0) and is now moving to the House for consideration.

Maddy summaryThis Louisiana House resolution (HR 152) urges the U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary to study the health impacts of imported shrimp. It specifically requests an examination of banned antibiotic and chemical residues found in imported shrimp, based on a 2020 LSU study showing high rates of unsafe substances (like nitrofurantoin in 70% of samples) that could cause liver damage, allergic reactions, and other health issues. The resolution addresses consumers who purchase imported shrimp, as current labeling often fails to disclose sulfites or contaminants. It does not create new laws or regulations but seeks to assess whether existing safety measures are sufficient for the nearly 2 billion pounds of shrimp imported annually. The resolution is non-binding and focuses on factual health concerns identified in existing research.

Maddy summaryHB 95 allows commissioned officers in Louisiana's Department of Agriculture and Forestry to purchase their service weapon upon retirement. The bill modifies the required service period from 20 to 10 years and specifies it applies to Louisiana officers. This change directly affects retired agricultural and forestry department officers who currently serve in commissioned roles. The key provision enables these officers to legally buy their assigned firearms after leaving service.

Maddy summaryHB 438 prohibits Louisiana insurance companies from using "institutional advertising expenses" when calculating insurance rates. These expenses are defined as broad marketing not aimed at specific products or consumer decision-making (e.g., general brand campaigns). The bill amends insurance rate regulations to require insurers to exclude such advertising costs from their rate calculations, focusing instead on operational expenses like acquisition and field supervision. This change applies to all insurers operating in Louisiana and takes effect January 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SCR 57) passed by the Louisiana State Legislature to express condolences for Steven J. Miguez, a businessman and community member from Iberia Parish, following his death on February 24, 2025. The resolution recognizes his life of service, including founding businesses like Iberia Crew Boat & Marine Service and Miguez Fuel, his competitive shooting achievements, and his family. It has no policy provisions or direct effect on laws or constituents - it solely offers legislative condolences to his family. The resolution was adopted unanimously by the Senate (34-0) and passed through the House without amendments.

Maddy summaryHCR 24 creates a special legislative committee to study the Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) and its operations. The bill specifically directs the committee to examine LHSAA's structure and impact on all Louisiana high schools, including public, private, and parochial institutions, as amended throughout the text. This is a procedural resolution (not a law) that establishes a fact-finding body, with no immediate policy changes or direct effects on schools. The committee's work will inform future legislative decisions but does not alter current athletic association rules or funding.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution (HCR 74) requests the Louisiana Supreme Court to create new rules prohibiting judges from attending campaign events for political candidates. It directly affects Louisiana judges by requiring them to avoid any appearance of endorsing candidates, which could violate Canon 7 of the Code of Judicial Conduct. The resolution cites concerns that social media photos of judges at campaign events might create the *appearance* of violating ethics rules, even if no endorsement occurs. The bill does not change existing law but asks the Supreme Court to develop specific rules to address this issue.

Maddy summaryHB 174 designates a specific bridge on U.S. 167 in Winn Parish as the "Clayton Horne Memorial Bridge." This bill directly affects the location of the bridge and honors Clayton Horne through its official name. The bill contains no substantive policy changes or funding mechanisms - it solely updates the bridge's official designation. Amendments clarify the reference to the highway as "United States Highway 167" but do not alter the memorial purpose. As a naming resolution, it has no operational or financial impact beyond the ceremonial designation.

Maddy summaryHB 549 would require commercial auto insurers to offer premium discounts to businesses using dashboard cameras or telematics safety monitoring systems on their motor vehicles. It directly affects commercial trucking companies, delivery fleets, and similar businesses that operate motor vehicles, as well as insurers providing commercial auto coverage. The key provision mandates insurers to provide these discounts for qualifying vehicles equipped with the specified safety technologies. An amendment excludes surplus lines insurers from this requirement. The bill is currently moving through the legislative process after passing committee review.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) passed by the Louisiana House of Representatives. It formally commends Robert Francis Prevost on his election as Pope Leo XIV, the first U.S. pope and second American pope. The resolution highlights his New Orleans connections, his background as a missionary in Peru, and his recent papal message. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create any legal obligations or affect policy.