Sen. Caleb Kleinpeter

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 29 (SR 29) is a commemorative resolution that commends The Falcons, a swamp-pop band from the Pointe Coupee area, for their induction into the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame. It recognizes the band's contributions to Louisiana's musical heritage and extends well wishes to its members.

Maddy summarySB 230 limits health insurers' payments for past medical bills to the "usual and customary rate" (120% of Medicare rates or 170% of Medicaid rates for services without Medicare rates). It affects patients and insurers in future reimbursement claims by capping payments at the lower of the amount paid to providers or this rate. The law applies only to claims filed after January 1, 2026, and does not change existing cases. It modifies how insurers handle medical expense reimbursements under Louisiana law.

Maddy summarySB 131 defines Louisiana's six congressional districts by specifying exact geographic boundaries for each district, including all parishes and precincts. It directly affects Louisiana voters by determining which areas elect each U.S. House representative. The bill replaces the previous district map (R.S. 18:1276.1) with a new configuration that organizes all parishes into six districts, detailing specific precincts in each. This is a procedural redistricting measure with no new policy provisions beyond redefining electoral boundaries.

Maddy summarySB 132 replaces Louisiana's current Senate district map with new boundaries for all 39 Senate districts. It defines specific precincts in each parish (county) that will compose each district, such as detailing which parts of Orleans, Jefferson, and St. Bernard parishes belong to District 1. This bill directly affects all Louisiana voters by determining which district they reside in for Senate elections, as it establishes the geographic boundaries used to elect state senators. The bill is procedural, focusing solely on redrawing district lines without creating new policies or altering voting rules.

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.

Maddy summaryHB 13 is a procedural amendment to an appropriations bill that does not create new spending or change policy. It makes minor wording adjustments to clarify references to the State General Fund and adds the word "care" to a specific line item regarding medical costs. These changes are technical edits intended to ensure the bill's language is precise rather than to alter how money is distributed. The bill directly affects the legislative text of the larger appropriations package but has no independent impact on government operations or citizens.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends existing laws regarding pharmaceutical reimbursements to apply only to contracted pharmacists or pharmacies that do not own more than five shares or a five percent interest in a pharmaceutical wholesale group purchasing organization or vendor. The key provision restricts the scope of the reimbursement rules to ensure they target independent pharmacies rather than those with significant ownership stakes in drug supply chains. By adding this specific limitation, the legislation clarifies which entities must comply with the current reimbursement requirements without changing the underlying financial mechanisms.

Maddy summaryThis bill officially designates the existing Vietnam Veterans Memorial at Veterans Memorial Park in Lake Charles as the state's Louisiana Vietnam Veterans Memorial. The primary change is adding a new section to the state code to formally recognize this specific location with that official title. The legislation does not alter the physical memorial or its funding, but rather establishes its legal status as the designated memorial for the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new state crime for unlawfully entering or reentering Louisiana as an alien who is not lawfully present in the United States. It defines "alien" to include anyone unlawfully present in the state and specifies that lawful presence covers U.S. citizens, permanent residents, visa holders, and those with asylum status. The legislation establishes penalties for the offense and includes an exemption for aliens who are victims or necessary witnesses to serious crimes such as domestic violence, rape, and human trafficking. Additionally, the bill authorizes the governor to negotiate an interstate compact with other states to deter unlawful entry and reentry.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the existing law establishing the Department of Economic Development by renumbering its internal sections and making minor text adjustments. The changes involve deleting specific lines and renumbering sections sequentially from Section 2 through Section 8 to correct the bill's structure. These modifications do not alter the department's core functions or funding but serve to organize the legislation for clarity. The bill directly affects the state agency responsible for economic development by updating its statutory framework.