Rep. Mandie Landry

Maddy summaryThis bill designates the month of April as Native Plant Month in Louisiana to highlight the importance of the state's diverse native flora. It formally recognizes that Louisiana hosts nearly 2,500 native plant species that support local ecosystems, wildlife, and the economy. The legislation aims to encourage public awareness about the benefits of these plants for pollinators and environmental sustainability. By adding this designation to state law, the bill provides a structured opportunity for education and appreciation of native plants without mandating specific actions.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows insurance companies to use satellite imagery to inspect properties that already have active insurance policies. The change permits insurers to assess the condition of the property itself rather than just the repairs, potentially using this data to evaluate risk or adjust coverage. It directly affects insurance providers and property owners by expanding the methods available for policy verification. The amendment ensures the language accurately reflects that the inspection applies to the property as a whole.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes an Alzheimer's and Related Dementias Advisory Council within the Louisiana Department of Health to provide guidance on issues affecting people with dementia. The council will be composed of specific members, including a representative from the home health industry with dementia experience, and the governor must appoint a caregiver for a person with Alzheimer's or related dementia to the group. The legislation also updates the council's connection to the governor's office of elderly affairs and adjusts the number of members to twenty-two. These changes aim to create a formal advisory body focused on dementia care without altering existing funding or operational procedures.

Maddy summaryThis bill strengthens the authority of Louisiana's insurance commissioner by establishing specific fines for companies that ignore orders related to consumer complaints. It directly affects insurance providers and other entities regulated by the commissioner, requiring them to follow directives issued during investigations. Under the new rules, penalties increase based on how long a company takes to comply, starting with a $250 fine for non-compliance after thirty days and reaching up to $1,000 if the issue is not resolved within seventy-five days. The legislation aims to create a clearer timeline for resolving disputes and ensures that regulators have defined tools to enforce their decisions.

Maddy summaryThis bill contains only technical amendments to the text of a separate cannabis regulation measure and does not establish any new policies or programs. The changes involve minor word substitutions and the addition of "Research and Extension" to the name of a university center. Because the bill itself does not create substantive rules, it directly affects only the legislative record rather than the public or specific industries.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution expresses the Louisiana Legislature's intent that laws regarding sexual abuse of minors should not have time limits on when victims can file lawsuits. It specifically addresses a recent court ruling that declared previous attempts to revive expired claims unconstitutional, arguing that such time limits do not create permanent rights for the accused. The bill asserts that the state has a legitimate interest in addressing child abuse by allowing victims to seek justice regardless of how much time has passed since the abuse occurred. Ultimately, it serves as a formal legislative statement supporting the removal of expiration dates for these specific legal claims.

Maddy summaryHB 339 establishes rules for acceptable payment methods at public air carrier airports. The legislation directly affects airports and the payment systems they use to process transactions for services like parking and concessions. It specifies which forms of currency or digital payment are permitted for use in these public facilities. The bill aims to standardize payment options to ensure clarity for travelers and airport operators.