Rep. Matt Willard

Maddy summaryHB 174 designates a specific bridge on U.S. 167 in Winn Parish as the "Clayton Horne Memorial Bridge." This bill directly affects the location of the bridge and honors Clayton Horne through its official name. The bill contains no substantive policy changes or funding mechanisms - it solely updates the bridge's official designation. Amendments clarify the reference to the highway as "United States Highway 167" but do not alter the memorial purpose. As a naming resolution, it has no operational or financial impact beyond the ceremonial designation.

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 summaryHB 220 creates a new criminal offense for the improper storage of a firearm. The bill defines "firearm" to include various weapons such as pistols, rifles, shotguns, and assault rifles. It also specifically defines a "minor child" as a person who is thirteen years of age or younger. This legislation aims to address firearm storage practices, particularly in relation to preventing access by children in this age group.

Maddy summaryHB 271 is a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow parish governing authorities to increase the homestead exemption on property taxes. If a parish chooses to increase this exemption, the bill specifies that any resulting decrease in tax revenue must be absorbed by the affected taxing authority. This measure aims to prevent other taxpayers from incurring additional tax liability due to the increased exemption, and ensures that the exemption increase itself will not trigger property reappraisals or millage adjustments.

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 34 is a concurrent resolution by the Louisiana Legislature. It expresses the legislature's profound condolences on the death of Eric Anthony, Jr., who passed away on September 24, 2024. The resolution acknowledges his life, family, and his work as a motorist assistance patrol operator with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends Father Howard Wesley Byrd, SSJ, on the fiftieth anniversary of his priestly ministry. It recognizes his extensive contributions to St. Augustine High School and the city of New Orleans throughout his fifty years of service.

Maddy summaryHR 131 is a resolution from the House of Representatives that formally commends Jessica Rae Turner. It recognizes her academic achievements on the occasion of her doctoral graduation from Xavier University and extends good wishes for her future.

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 summaryHR 76 is a resolution from the Louisiana House of Representatives that commemorates the fiftieth anniversary of the Fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975. It encourages all Louisianians to join in recognizing this historic event.