Sen. Ed Price

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 184 formally commends and congratulates Foster L. Campbell Jr. on completing fifty years of continuous elected service in Louisiana as a state senator and Public Service Commissioner. This procedural resolution honors his long career, which includes authoring significant legislation on rural electric cooperatives, consumer protection, and education funding, as well as his leadership in reforming the Public Service Commission. The bill does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official recognition of his contributions to the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a task force to study construction management at risk, a practice where contractors are paid based on the cost of materials rather than a fixed price. The legislation directly impacts the Louisiana Police Jury Association by adding its president or a designated representative to the task force membership. By including this specific association, the bill ensures that industry leaders representing local government entities have a voice in the study's findings and recommendations. The measure focuses on creating a structured group to investigate the issue without prescribing specific solutions or outcomes.

Maddy summaryHB 1239 updates Louisiana's child custody laws to establish a general preference for equal physical custody sharing between parents. The bill requires courts to order equal time with both parents unless they determine that such an arrangement is not feasible or would not serve the child's best interests. This change directly affects families involved in custody disputes by setting a new standard that prioritizes shared parenting arrangements over the previous default.

Maddy summaryThis Louisiana concurrent resolution asks the U.S. Congress to pass full-year funding bills for the military without delay. It specifically requests that these funding measures match the spending levels authorized by the National Defense Authorization Act to prevent uncertainty. The bill aims to ensure stable resources for military operations, construction, and support services for service members and their families in Louisiana. It does not change any laws or allocate money itself but serves as a formal request from the state legislature to the federal government.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution that formally commends Warren Morris for receiving the 2026 Louisiana Sports Ambassador Award and for his induction into the 2026 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame class. The legislation recognizes Morris's significant athletic achievements, including his legendary walk-off home run in the 1996 College World Series, his performance on the U.S. Olympic baseball team, and his career in Major League Baseball. By passing this resolution, the Louisiana Legislature acknowledges Morris's long-term contributions to the state's sports reputation and his legacy as a native of Alexandria. The bill concludes by directing that a copy of the resolution be sent to Morris.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution formally commends Mike McConathy for his induction into the 2026 class of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. The bill recognizes his four-decade career as a basketball player, coach, and educator, highlighting his achievements at Louisiana Tech, Bossier Parish Community College, and Northwestern State University. It notes his status as the winningest college basketball coach in Louisiana history and his commitment to student-athlete success. The resolution directs that a copy be sent to McConathy as an official acknowledgment of his contributions to the sport.

Maddy summaryThis Louisiana Senate concurrent resolution asks the U.S. Congress to ensure that all individuals linked to the Jeffrey Epstein case are fully investigated, prosecuted, and held accountable for alleged crimes such as child sex trafficking and bribery. The bill specifically targets high-profile figures mentioned in recently released documents, including Ghislaine Maxwell, and calls for their names to be disclosed and legal actions to be taken through every available process. It does not create new laws or penalties but serves as a formal request to the federal government to pursue these cases aggressively. The measure is intended to address public concerns about accountability following the initial release of unclassified files related to Epstein and Maxwell.

Maddy summarySB 145 requires all licensed adult residential care facilities in Louisiana to install and maintain a backup generator or approved alternative power source. This system must provide continuous electricity for critical functions during outages, including life safety systems, medical equipment, water/sanitation systems, medication storage, and specific HVAC requirements (50% for pre-2026 facilities, 90% for post-2026 facilities). Facilities must have fuel for 72 hours of continuous operation, with fuel delivery agreements extending to 168 hours, and must submit annual emergency plans if granted a waiver for space constraints. The law applies directly to all licensed adult residential care providers in Louisiana, with compliance required by December 1, 2027.

Maddy summarySB 259 creates a statewide online portal in Louisiana for filing civil protective orders in domestic violence cases. It allows victims to submit petitions electronically without needing to provide an "affirmation" (a sworn statement), simplifying the process. The portal will be developed by the judicial administrator's office and directly affects individuals seeking protection from domestic abuse. This change streamlines access to legal protection while maintaining the existing legal framework for protective orders.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a temporary Task Force to evaluate the Construction Management at Risk (CMaR) project delivery method used by Louisiana public entities. The task force will consist of representatives from state government agencies, legislative committees, and industry trade groups to review how CMaR has been implemented since its creation in 2014. Its primary goal is to assess the method's viability and determine if any changes to existing laws or restrictions are necessary, with a final report due by March 1, 2028. The group will meet starting in November 2026 and will dissolve once it submits its recommendations or reaches the deadline, whichever comes first.