Rep. Mandie Landry

Maddy summaryHR 296 is a symbolic resolution (not a law) passed by Louisiana's House of Representatives to commemorate St. Patrick's Day. It formally recognizes Louisiana's historical Irish cultural ties, including the 1806 St. Patrick's Day celebration in New Orleans and Irish immigrants' role in building the New Basin Canal (1832-1838). The resolution also acknowledges the American Irish State Legislators Caucus, which fosters U.S.-Ireland relations. As a non-binding commemoration, it does not create new policies or affect any specific group legally.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 349), not a substantive bill. It formally commends Clancy DuBos, a New Orleans journalist and former Gambit newspaper owner, on his retirement after 50 years in journalism. The resolution recognizes his career spanning ownership of Gambit, political commentary, and numerous journalism awards. It has no policy impact or direct effect on any laws or constituents - it is purely an expression of legislative appreciation for his contributions to New Orleans media.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 345) is a memorial from Louisiana's House urging Congress to create a federal disaster insurance program covering flooding, tornadoes, fires, and other disasters. It directly affects homeowners and businesses in disaster-prone areas by requesting affordable insurance to cover rebuilding costs, modeled after the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The resolution emphasizes that such insurance would provide financial certainty for insurers and expedite recovery efforts after events like hurricanes or wildfires. It does not create new law but asks Congress to adopt this approach to complement existing disaster relief programs.

Maddy summaryHB 519 amends the citation process for a second violation of laws prohibiting wireless device use while driving. It specifically changes how law enforcement issues citations for a "secondary offense" (a second time caught using a device like a phone while driving). The bill updates the language in the law to clarify that a citation can be issued upon a second violation. This directly affects drivers who repeatedly use wireless devices while operating a motor vehicle. The changes apply to the existing law, not the core prohibition.

Maddy summaryThis resolution creates a task force to study the feasibility of building a regional water purification facility serving Jefferson, Orleans, Plaquemines, St. Bernard, and St. Charles parishes. The task force, composed of appointed representatives from these parishes and the City Services Coalition, will assess strategies for operation and management and submit a report to local authorities by March 15, 2026. The effort specifically addresses challenges like saltwater intrusion impacting drinking water quality in the region.

Maddy summaryHB 454 would require Medicaid to cover specific doula services for eligible enrollees. This bill directly affects Medicaid recipients who use certified doula services during pregnancy and postpartum care. The key provision mandates that Medicaid plans include coverage for these services, though the bill text does not specify exact service types or eligibility criteria beyond "certain" doula care. The bill is currently pending in the Committee on Appropriations after passing the Health and Welfare Committee unanimously. This policy change would expand access to doula support for low-income individuals under the state's Medicaid program.

Maddy summaryHB 357 requires health insurance plans to cover integrative cancer treatments like acupuncture, directly affecting cancer patients seeking these services and health insurance issuers. The bill limits coverage for acupuncture treatment during active cancer care to fifteen visits per year, unless additional treatments are recommended by nationally recognized cancer guidelines and the treating physician. It also modifies prior authorization requirements by adding "prior authorization" to the list of coverage conditions. This bill is currently under review by the Committee on Appropriations after passing the Insurance Committee with amendments.

Maddy summaryHB 273 establishes the official state children's Christmas book, designating a specific title as a state symbol. The bill’s amendments (Amendment No. 1 and 2) corrected minor drafting errors, such as removing unnecessary "the" before "Cajun" in the text. This is a symbolic procedural bill with no substantive policy changes or direct impact on residents or state programs. It focuses solely on naming a children’s Christmas book for official recognition.

Maddy summaryHB 211 modifies Louisiana's tax credit for firearm safety device purchases by clarifying that an "eligible transaction" must involve buying these devices (like gun locks) from a federally licensed dealer who collects sales tax. It explicitly excludes purchases of firearms themselves from qualifying for the credit. The bill applies to tax years starting January 1, 2025, and defines eligibility based on the dealer's licensing and tax collection requirements. This change affects Louisiana taxpayers seeking the credit for safety device purchases, not firearm buyers.

Maddy summarySB 11 requires drivers on multilane highways to stay in the right lane when traveling significantly slower than the posted speed limit, except when passing, turning, or entering a driveway. It establishes tiered fines for violations: $150 for a first offense, $250 for a second within 12 months, and $350 or up to 30 days in jail for a third within that period. The bill directly affects drivers who repeatedly fail to use the right lane while driving below the speed limit on highways. Key provisions include clear penalty levels and a 12-month window for counting repeat offenses, aiming to improve traffic flow and safety.