Rep. Marcus Bryant

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 208) commends DXI Electric, LLC, for its recent investment and job creation in Acadiana, Louisiana. It specifically recognizes the company's 45-year history of employment in the region, its May 2025 grand opening, and its focus on innovation in Iberia Parish. The resolution does not create new laws or policies; it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the Louisiana House of Representatives. It directly affects DXI Electric, LLC, and its employees by publicly acknowledging their contributions to the local economy.

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.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution expresses the sincere and heartfelt condolences of the Louisiana Legislature to the family and friends of Arwin Patrick Bascle upon her passing. It also honors her life, legacy, and contributions to the political fabric of Louisiana.

Maddy summaryHCR 19 is a concurrent resolution that expresses the Louisiana Legislature's condolences on the death of former state representative Billy Wayne "Coach" Montgomery, acknowledging his contributions as an educator, coach, and public servant.

Maddy summaryHB 324 amends existing law concerning access to certain records. It specifically provides district attorneys and their investigators with access to records from the secretary of state's office. The bill also clarifies that individuals recognized as "protected" will not be exempt from the publication or retention of their personal information on records publicly posted by the secretary of state's office. These changes are set to take effect on February 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHR 20 is a resolution that expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives upon the death of Steven "Steve" Joseph Miguez. It acknowledges his life, business career, competitive shooting achievements, and family.

Maddy summaryHB 149 expands Louisiana's existing sales and use tax exemption for commercial fishermen to include licensed charter boat fishing guides. It allows Louisiana residents with valid charter boat fishing guide licenses to qualify as commercial fishermen for tax exemption purposes, covering taxes on vessel repairs and necessary supplies. The bill clarifies that possessing a license alone does not automatically qualify a vessel for the exemption; the vessel must be primarily used for commercial fishing. This policy change modifies existing tax rules (R.S. 47:305.20 and R.S. 56:302.9(K)) to include a specific group of fishing professionals.

Maddy summaryHB 529 requires municipal, parish, and state entities to approve detailed security plans before issuing permits for outdoor events. These plans must outline event layout, expected attendance, and security staffing locations, with law enforcement or the sheriff providing final approval. The bill also prohibits releasing surveillance video capturing violent acts - except via court order - imposing a $5,000 civil penalty per violation payable to victims. It updates public records exemptions to exclude such video from disclosure, ensuring confidentiality while mandating specific safety planning for public gatherings.

Maddy summaryHB 315 updates Louisiana's rules for charitable gaming operations, affecting nonprofits running bingo, keno, and pull-tabs. It allows licensed charities to operate consecutive 8-hour sessions (totaling 24 hours daily), purchase video bingo machines from non-charitable distributors, and use secure pull-tab dispensing/redemption terminals. The bill requires charities to obtain terminals from licensed non-charitable distributors and mandates secure coding for pull-tabs to prevent fraud. New provisions also permit charities with existing licenses to expand into specific parishes like Rapides and Natchitoches. These changes streamline operations while adding safety and security requirements for gaming equipment.

Maddy summaryHB 5 requires Louisiana public school systems to use savings from the Teachers' Retirement System to provide permanent salary increases for teachers and other school employees starting in the 2025-2026 school year. Certificated staff, such as teachers and administrators, must receive at least a $2,000 raise, while non-certificated staff, including aides and clerical workers, must receive at least $1,000. The bill mandates that these salary increases include associated retirement costs and applies to employees on specific leaves, such as military or maternity leave, provided they remain in their approved positions. If a school district does not have enough savings to cover the full amount of these raises, the remaining cost is to be funded through the state's minimum foundation program formula. Additionally, the legislation clarifies that charter schools participating in the state retirement system must also comply with these salary increase requirements.