Rep. John Wyble

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 229 prohibits Louisiana public colleges and universities from using state funds for degree programs designated as "low-earning outcome programs" under federal law (20 U.S.C. 1087d(c)). This includes student financial aid, operational funding, and capital grants for affected programs, directly impacting institutions and students enrolled in those programs. The Board of Regents must annually review federal designations, update rules, and report on prohibited programs and fiscal impacts. An exception allows general studies programs if students concentrate in non-low-earning fields. The law takes effect before the summer 2027-2028 semester.

Maddy summaryHB 374 modifies Louisiana's bail procedures for defendants charged with specific offenses involving minor victims. It requires law enforcement to notify prosecutors within 24 hours of arresting someone for a felony sex offense or violent crime against a child under 18. The bill mandates special hearings within 5 days for repeat sex offenders and within 72 hours for new charges involving minor victims, and prohibits bail release until a Uniform Abuse Prevention Order is filed - unless the court finds it unnecessary. This directly affects defendants in these cases, prosecutors, and courts handling bail decisions.

Maddy summaryHB 859 prohibits the sale, manufacture, or distribution of lab-grown meat products in Louisiana. The bill defines "cell cultured food products" as animal tissue grown from cells outside the animal. It applies to all businesses operating within the state, banning these activities without exception. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Maddy summaryHB 645 requires Louisiana high school athletic associations to include a governor-appointed member, a House-appointed member (by the speaker), and a Senate-appointed member (by the president) as voting members on their governing boards. Schools receiving state funds - both public and nonpublic - would be prohibited from joining or competing in associations that do not meet this requirement. The bill directly affects all Louisiana schools participating in state-funded interscholastic athletics by tying their eligibility to board composition. It changes participation rules by mandating specific legislative and executive representation on athletic association governing bodies.

Maddy summaryHB 411, titled "The Pelican Promise: Zero in Ten Income Tax Freedom Act," gradually reduces Louisiana's individual income tax rates over 12 years, phasing out the tax entirely by 2039. It lowers the tax rate from 3% for 2027 to 0% for all income starting in 2039, with incremental reductions each year (e.g., 2.9% in 2028, 2.8% in 2029, etc.). The bill directly affects all Louisiana residents who pay state income tax, as it applies to taxable income beginning January 1, 2027. The key mechanism is a scheduled, step-by-step rate reduction, culminating in no state income tax on individual earnings after 2038. The law takes effect January 1, 2027, and is scheduled to eliminate the tax entirely by 2039.

Maddy summaryHB 644 prohibits Louisiana public and nonpublic schools receiving state funds from joining or competing through any intrastate athletic association that doesn't follow specific student eligibility rules. It directly affects all Louisiana high schools (grades 7-12) that receive state funding and their athletic associations. The bill requires associations to ensure new students are immediately eligible upon enrollment and allows transfers to a student's "home school" (based on attendance zone) without delay, or to other member schools once before 11th grade with time limits. Schools violating this would be barred from participating in competitions sponsored by non-compliant associations.

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.