Sen. Gerald Boudreaux

Maddy summarySR 183 creates a commission to study Louisiana's use of non-unanimous jury verdicts in criminal cases before 2018. The commission will collect data on the number and geographic distribution of such cases, review submissions from incarcerated individuals convicted under these verdicts, and report findings to the Senate by February 2026. This resolution does not change current law but aims to inform future legislative action on potential remedies for those affected. The commission includes members from judicial, prosecutorial, advocacy, and victim rights organizations.

Maddy summarySR 209 is a resolution requesting the Louisiana Department of Health to study the effects of banning pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) from owning pharmacies. It directs the department to analyze how such a prohibition would impact costs for health plans, patient access to medications (including specialty drugs), employment in the pharmacy sector, and other key areas like Medicare network adequacy. The study must produce a report by March 2026, covering eight specific points including cost estimates, employment changes, and access to limited-distribution medications. This resolution does not change current law but seeks factual analysis to inform future legislative decisions on vertical integration in healthcare.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (SR 207) that formally commends Tina Vanichchagorn for 20 years of public service in Louisiana. It recognizes her career path, including roles as a prosecutor, Drug Court Coordinator, legislative attorney, and current special counsel to Senate President Cameron Henry. The resolution has no policy impact or legal effect - it solely expresses the Senate’s appreciation through a formal statement. It passed unanimously (37-0) on June 12, 2025, and was enrolled for official transmission.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates June as "African-American Music Appreciation Month" in Louisiana, recognizing the state's cultural contributions to African-American music genres like jazz, zydeco, and hip-hop. It honors Louisiana artists and their impact on American music heritage, citing historical milestones and regional influence. The bill has no binding policy changes or funding mechanisms - it is purely a symbolic recognition. Louisiana residents and cultural institutions are the direct audience for this commemorative observance. The resolution passed unanimously in the Senate and was signed into effect.

Maddy summarySCR 20 is a resolution urging Congress to direct the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to reinstate and fund the Local Food for Schools Program with approximately $3 million annually. It directly affects schools participating in the program by seeking to restore access to locally sourced food for student meals. The resolution requests Congress to specifically allocate funding to reinstate this program, which provides fresh, locally grown food to schools. As a memorial resolution (not a binding law), it does not change current policy but formally asks Congress to act.

Maddy summarySCR 70 is a symbolic concurrent resolution expressing the Louisiana Legislature's condolences upon the death of retired Supreme Court Justice Harry T. Lemmon. It specifically directs the resolution to be sent to his widow, Judge Mary Ann Vial Lemmon, following his passing on April 18, 2025. As a procedural resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes - it serves only as a formal expression of respect for Justice Lemmon's decades-long judicial and educational contributions to Louisiana.

Maddy summarySCR 32 is a Louisiana Senate resolution urging Congress to oppose federal Medicaid funding cuts. It emphasizes that over 1.6 million Louisiana residents - including children, seniors, rural healthcare providers, and nursing home residents - depend on Medicaid for essential care, with nearly 70% of nursing home residents relying on it. The resolution requests Congress work with states to strengthen Medicaid instead of implementing cuts that would worsen health outcomes, increase hospital financial strain, and raise costs for all residents. As a procedural resolution (not a law), it does not change policy but formally expresses Louisiana’s position to federal lawmakers.

Maddy summarySCR 9 is a concurrent resolution creating a Task Force on Fatherhood Engagement to study ways Louisiana can increase fathers' involvement in their children's lives. The task force, composed of state agency representatives and community organizations, will research best practices and develop recommendations for agencies like Children and Family Services, Education, and Health by February 2026. It focuses on identifying policy changes, funding opportunities, and programs to support fathers, particularly those in incarcerated populations or seeking employment. The resolution does not enact new laws but directs the task force to report findings to the legislature, aiming to improve father engagement across state systems.

Maddy summarySB 69 amends the fee structure for hunting and fishing licenses by modifying specific line items in the license schedule. It deletes existing fee references and inserts "shall be" to clarify the fee structure for certain license types. The bill directly affects individuals purchasing hunting and fishing licenses in the state, as it adjusts how fees are listed in the law. This is a technical amendment to administrative details, not a policy change altering who must pay or the amount of fees. (Procedural amendment; summary limited to 2 sentences as requested.)

Maddy summarySB 77 would name the recreational complex at Graham Brown Memorial Park in Lafayette, Louisiana, in honor of a living person. The bill specifically amends the text to clarify that the "recreational complex located at" the park is being named, ensuring precise reference to the facility. This is a procedural bill focused solely on the naming of a public space, with no policy changes or funding impacts. It passed unanimously in the Senate (38-0) and is now moving to the House for consideration. The bill does not affect any laws, regulations, or individuals beyond the naming designation of this specific park facility.