Rep. Peter Egan

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.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses condolences for the death of Joe R. Salter, a former Speaker of the Louisiana House of Representatives, and officially recognizes his contributions to the state. It acknowledges his long public service career, including his role as Speaker during the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and Rita, and his subsequent work in various state government positions. The document records his notable accomplishments for posterity and extends appreciation to his family and the Louisiana community he served.

Maddy summaryHB 278 requires East Baton Rouge Parish Family Court to live stream all proceedings (including status conferences) online for public viewing, starting January 1, 2027. It mandates that costs for live streaming technology be covered by the Court Modernization and Technology Fund, not by court users. The bill also specifies that custody hearings may only be closed to the public if a judge finds good cause and all parties agree in writing. Minors in custody cases may use initials or pseudonyms during proceedings. This applies directly to East Baton Rouge Family Court operations and the public seeking access to court records.

Maddy summaryHB 279 changes Louisiana's criminal procedure by requiring jury trials for certain misdemeanors. It mandates that defendants charged with offenses punishable by a fine exceeding $2,500 or imprisonment over six months must be tried by a jury of six jurors. This directly affects individuals facing misdemeanor charges where the potential penalties meet either threshold. The law applies immediately to all pending cases, both before and after its effective date.

Maddy summaryHB 760 prohibits Louisiana Medicaid-enrolled healthcare providers from charging patients extra fees or co-payments for covered services related to medication-assisted treatment for substance use disorders. The bill requires providers to accept the Medicaid program’s payment as full payment for these services, eliminating unauthorized charges. Violations could lead to the provider’s termination or exclusion from Medicaid for up to one year. This directly affects Medicaid providers and patients receiving medication-assisted treatment, ensuring no out-of-pocket costs for these specific covered services.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HCR 3) is a concurrent resolution directing the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) to amend rules governing outdoor advertising signs along highways. It requires increased spacing between signs (500-1,000 feet on most highways), bans stacked signs after July 31, 2025, and prohibits new permits for stacked configurations. The changes aim to reduce driver distractions and preserve scenic highway views, directly affecting billboard companies, property owners, and businesses that operate signage near roads. The resolution modifies existing DOTD rules to align with safety and beautification goals under the Highway Beautification Act. Note: The bill’s title incorrectly references SNAP benefits; the actual content addresses outdoor advertising regulations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends Patricia Lowrey-Dufour upon her retirement as the senior legislative analyst for the House Committee on House and Governmental Affairs with House Legislative Services. It formally recognizes her nearly four decades of dedicated service to the Louisiana Legislature, acknowledging her expertise and significant contributions to the institution.

Maddy summaryHB 437 establishes a standardized model proof of loss form for property and motor vehicle insurance claims, requiring policyholders to provide specific details like loss location, estimated repair costs, and certifications about claim accuracy. It directly affects policyholders filing claims and insurers processing them, clarifying that reasonable rental expenses are limited to periods when rental coverage wasn’t approved. Key provisions include adding a required form with fields for policy details, loss description, and legal owner information, while prohibiting insurers from using non-standard formats for this document. The bill does not alter coverage terms but standardizes documentation to improve clarity in the claims process.

Maddy summaryHB 570 references existing requirements in R.S. 51:1773 regarding minors' use of applications, directing that developers comply with those provisions. The bill's amendments (amending grammar and terminology) do not introduce new policy changes but adjust the bill's language to align with the referenced law. The bill directly affects app developers by requiring adherence to established regulations for minors' application use. No specific new mechanisms or policy changes are described in the provided context beyond referencing existing law.