Sen. Robert Allain

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution that expresses the Louisiana Legislature's condolences to the family and friends of Allyce Trapp Alexander, who passed away in September 2025. The document honors her life, career as a government relations advisor, and her service to the state through a series of statements detailing her personal history and achievements. No new laws or policies are created; the resolution serves solely as a formal tribute to be sent to her husband and parents.

Maddy summarySB 244 would establish a new recreational alligator hunting season in Louisiana, separate from existing commercial hunting. It requires hunters to obtain a special alligator hunting license and recreational harvest tags issued by the Louisiana Wildlife Commission, and prohibits hunting outside designated seasons, without proper licenses/tags, or using illegal methods. The bill allows the Commission to set specific seasons, harvest quotas, residency rules, and permitted hunting hours by geographic area. Violations would be classified as a class three violation, with penalties specified in the bill. This directly affects Louisiana residents and visitors seeking to hunt alligators recreationally under new rules.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates May 2026 as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month in Louisiana. The resolution aims to increase public knowledge about ALS, a fatal neurodegenerative disease that affects muscle control and impacts both civilians and military veterans. By officially recognizing this month, the legislature intends to highlight the challenges faced by patients and their families while supporting ongoing research efforts. The measure is non-binding and serves primarily as a symbolic gesture to draw attention to the disease rather than implementing new laws or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution expressing condolences for the death of Lionel Howard Sutton II, a Louisiana businessman and community member who passed away on April 9, 2026. The measure formally honors his life and contributions, noting his roles as a graduate of Tulane University, a dedicated family man, and an active participant in various civic organizations. The resolution directs that a copy be sent to his wife, Mary Catherine Sutton, to acknowledge the legislature's respect for his legacy.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution formally commends Lafayette resident Emile Myers for his annual "Emile's Hot Cocoa Fundraiser." The bill recognizes how Myers started a neighborhood hot cocoa stand at age eight in 2019, which has grown into a major community event raising over $100,000 for various local nonprofits. It highlights the fundraiser's support for organizations like the Boys & Girls Club and the American Cancer Society, as well as its role in mentoring the next generation of young philanthropists. This measure serves as an official acknowledgment of Myers' leadership and the positive impact of his youth-led charitable work.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution expressing the Louisiana Legislature's condolences to the family of Jerry O. Arledge, a former high school football coach from West Monroe. The resolution formally acknowledges Arledge's contributions to high school athletics, noting his coaching career that included leading West Monroe High School to multiple championships and compiling a 104-22-1 record. It also records his honors from the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame in 2021 and directs a copy of the resolution to be sent to his wife, Sally Lytton Arledge.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution expressing condolences to the family of former Louisiana State Senator Robert W. "Bob" Kostelka, who passed away on January 10, 2026. The resolution formally acknowledges his legacy of public service as a district attorney, judge, and legislator, while also recognizing his contributions to his community and family. It does not create new laws or policy changes but serves as an official statement of respect from the Louisiana Senate. The document will be sent to Kostelka's family as a gesture of appreciation for his life and career.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes Senate President Cameron Henry, Jr. for being selected as the 2026 Irish Grand Marshal in the 44th Annual Irish-Italian Parade in Metairie, Louisiana. The resolution highlights the parade's history since 1983, its role in celebrating Irish and Italian heritage, and the significance of Henry's appointment alongside Italian Grand Marshal Erik Youngblood. The document notes that the parade attracts large crowds and supports local nonprofits, while also mentioning that the LSU Tiger Marching Band led the procession this year. This measure serves as an official expression of appreciation from the Louisiana Senate for Henry's participation in this community event.

Maddy summarySB 59 regulates commercial menhaden fishing in Louisiana by limiting bycatch. It requires that no commercial fisher taking menhaden may possess more than five percent, by weight, of any fish species other than menhaden or herring-like species. This directly affects commercial fishing operations harvesting menhaden along Louisiana's coast. The bill establishes a specific weight-based restriction to minimize the incidental capture of non-target fish during menhaden fishing.

Maddy summarySB 137 amends Louisiana's property insurance laws to strengthen consumer protections. It requires insurers to provide written reasons for canceling or refusing to renew policies, prohibits multiple deductibles for a single incident, and extends the deadline for submitting proof of loss to 180 days during a declared state of emergency. The bill also bans cancellation based solely on age and mandates 60 days' notice for cancellations (except for nonpayment, which requires 10 days). These changes directly affect homeowners, businesses, and auto insurance policyholders in Louisiana by increasing transparency and providing more time to file claims after disasters.