Sen. Greg Miller

Maddy summaryHB 563 is a technical correction to existing law regarding manufacturing brewers. It amends two specific phrases in the bill text: changing "complies with" to "does not violate" and fixing a comma placement. The bill does not create new requirements or affect any specific group beyond clarifying the current legal language for brewers. This is a procedural update to improve clarity in the existing statute, not a substantive policy change.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic condolence resolution (SR 155), not a policy bill. It expresses the Louisiana Senate's sincere condolences to the family and friends of Phil Alexander Robertson following his passing on May 25, 2025. The resolution details his life as a Louisiana native, entrepreneur (creator of the "Duck Commander" brand), reality TV figure ("Duck Dynasty"), and community contributor, highlighting his family values and faith. It has no legislative effect or policy changes - it solely serves as a formal expression of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 156) that formally commends Louisiana Supreme Court Justice John Michael Guidry for receiving the 2025 David A. Hamilton Lifetime Achievement Award. The resolution recognizes his 27-year judicial service, leadership as the first African American Chief Judge of the First Circuit Court of Appeal, and his lifelong commitment to pro bono legal work benefiting underserved communities. It has no policy impact or effect on laws, regulations, or government operations - it is purely a symbolic honor. The Senate passed it on June 1, 2025, and transmitted a copy to Justice Guidry.

Maddy summaryThis resolution requests the Louisiana State Law Institute to study whether digital products (like apps and software) should be included under the state's Products Liability Act. The study would examine if digital product designers and manufacturers should face the same safety standards as makers of physical products. The Institute must report its recommendations to the legislature by February 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 648 increases the qualifying fees for candidates running for elected office in the state. The additional funds collected from these higher fees are specifically dedicated to a new "Campaign Sign Recycling Fund." This bill directly affects candidates seeking office by raising their initial filing costs, while the recycled materials fund aims to manage post-election campaign signage. The key provision is the fee increase and the mandatory allocation of the extra revenue to the recycling program, rather than general state funds. The bill was recently discharged from the Appropriations Committee after committee amendments.

Maddy summarySB 80 clarifies rules around exit polling by specifying that news gathering organizations (as legally defined) may leave polling places to collect voter information. The bill modifies election offense provisions to explicitly permit this activity, directly affecting news organizations conducting exit polls on election day. Key changes include amending the bill text to define "poll" as "poll of voters" and adding language about news organizations leaving polling places to gather information. This update aims to remove ambiguity in current law regarding exit polling near voting locations.

Maddy summarySB 49 simplifies Louisiana's requirements for handwritten wills (olographic testaments) and standardizes rules for all wills. It removes the previous requirement that signatures must appear at the end of a handwritten will, clarifying that signatures can appear anywhere as long as they identify the testator and show intent. The bill also eliminates special rules for people who cannot sign, read, or are deaf/blind, treating all wills under the same standard. This update aligns Louisiana law with historical practice and simplifies the process for anyone creating a will in the state.

Maddy summaryHB 159 adjusts supervision rules for physical therapists by increasing the maximum number of physical therapist assistants they can supervise from five to six individuals at one time. It also requires physical therapists to conduct a formal review of supervised personnel every sixth treatment day or every thirty days, whichever occurs first. The bill directly affects physical therapists and their assistants in clinical settings by modifying staffing ratios and oversight frequency. This is a procedural change to existing practice standards, not a new program or benefit.

Maddy summarySB 190 designates specific road segments in certain parishes to honor fallen law enforcement officers. The bill amends existing road descriptions to clarify the designated sections (e.g., changing "overpass to" to "overpass and"). It has no funding requirements or new obligations - it solely provides a commemorative name for existing roadways. The bill passed unanimously in the Senate (39-0) and is now moving to the House for consideration.

Maddy summaryHB 92 authorizes the Acadiana Criminalistics Laboratory Commission to name the new laboratory building after former commission president Martin Bofill "Bo" Duhé. The bill honors Duhé for his service on the commission (2015-2021) and his role in securing funding for the 40,000-square-foot facility. It does not change policies or affect residents, but formally designates the building's name. The measure is purely commemorative, with no substantive legislative impact.