Rep. Marcus Bryant

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the rules for moving retirement service credit between different public pension systems in Louisiana. It requires that when a worker transfers, the receiving system gets the smaller of the actual money contributed or a calculated amount based on employee contributions, employer contributions, and interest. The law specifically defines how to calculate employer contributions for certain systems to ensure the transfer amount is accurate. These changes take effect on June 30, 2024, and directly impact public employees who move between covered retirement plans.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific stretch of United States Highway 51 in St. John the Baptist Parish as the "Arnold J. Labat Memorial Highway." The designated section runs between United States Highway 61 and Interstate 10. By officially naming this road, the legislation honors Arnold J. Labat, though it does not alter traffic rules or funding. The change is purely symbolic and applies only to the named portion of the highway within that parish.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific section of Interstate 55 in Tangipahoa Parish as the "Trooper Hung Le Memorial Highway" to honor a fallen law enforcement officer. The legislation directly affects the state's transportation infrastructure by officially naming this roadway segment. A key provision involves amending the bill's budget to increase the designated funding amount from $550 to $1,680. This change ensures the memorial designation is properly funded and officially recorded in state records.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution that directs two legislative committees in Louisiana to hold a joint oversight meeting regarding charitable gaming. The committees are tasked with reviewing the current policies, procedures, and practices of the industry, which includes activities like raffles, bingo, and keno. They must also evaluate the benefits and operational aspects of charitable gaming and submit their findings to the Legislature by January 15, 2025. The report will be provided to the Legislative Research Library, but the bill itself does not change any existing laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates Wednesday, May 8, 2024, as Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Day at the Louisiana state capitol. It serves as a commemorative resolution honoring the fraternity's history, principles, and contributions to social justice and community service. The measure does not alter any laws or policies but instead formally recognizes the organization's impact within the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution that formally commends the 2024 Festival Acadiens et Créoles in Lafayette for celebrating its fiftieth anniversary. The measure highlights the festival's role in preserving Cajun and Creole culture through music, crafts, and food, noting its origins in the 1970s following a period of cultural suppression. By recognizing the event's milestone, the resolution acknowledges the festival's success in revitalizing French language traditions and fostering community pride in South Louisiana.