Sen. Jay Luneau

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution that expresses the Louisiana Legislature's condolences for Dr. Joe S. Green, known as "The Bayou Bishop," who passed away on February 20, 2026. The resolution formally acknowledges his life and service, highlighting his roles as a military veteran, church leader, and community figure who served for decades in Rapides Parish. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official statement of respect and appreciation for his contributions to the state and his community.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a formal resolution expressing the Louisiana Legislature's condolences on the death of Charles James "Charlie" Kirk, co-founder of Turning Point USA. It does not change any laws or policies but serves as an official statement of respect for Kirk's life and work as a political activist and media figure. The resolution acknowledges his contributions to conservative advocacy, campus activism, and youth engagement, and extends sympathy to his surviving family members.

Maddy summarySB 53 amends Louisiana law defining "public nuisance" for property conditions by removing "detriment or harm to morals" as a qualifying factor. The bill changes legal language to focus solely on physical conditions that endanger health, safety, or property (like dilapidation, unsanitary conditions, or blighting effects), rather than moral concerns. This directly affects property owners, local authorities, and communities by narrowing the legal grounds for declaring properties nuisances under this statute. The policy change ensures enforcement targets tangible hazards to public welfare, not subjective moral judgments.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SB 184) names the LSU Gymnastics Training Facility in Baton Rouge as the "Coach D-D Breaux Gymnastics Training Facility." It directly honors Coach D-D Breaux, a former LSU gymnastics coach, by formally renaming the existing state-owned facility on LSU's campus. The bill makes no policy changes or funding provisions - its sole purpose is ceremonial recognition through a building name change. The renaming takes effect upon gubernatorial approval or legislative override of a veto, as specified in the bill.

Maddy summarySB 223 creates a new criminal offense for commercial motor carriers (like trucking companies) that fail to conduct required alcohol and drug tests on drivers under federal rules (49 CFR Part 382). If an untested driver under the influence causes an accident resulting in serious injury or death, the motor carrier could face fines up to $25,000 or up to one year in jail. The bill specifically targets carriers who skip mandatory testing for commercial drivers, linking their failure directly to preventable accidents. It applies to all commercial vehicle operators, including full-time, leased, and independent drivers, and defines "under the influence" as a blood alcohol concentration of 0.04% or higher.

Maddy summarySB 226 prohibits Louisiana insurance companies from setting rates based on gender, meaning they cannot charge different premiums for men or women for the same coverage. This directly affects insurance providers who must adjust their pricing models and policyholders who may see more equitable rates. The bill amends Louisiana law to explicitly remove gender as a permissible classification factor in rate determination, alongside existing prohibitions on race, color, creed, or national origin. The bill is currently prefiled and under review by the Insurance Committee as of February 2026.

Maddy summarySB 264 is a procedural bill that formally recognizes Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) as having administered anesthesia in Louisiana and the U.S. for over 100 years. It amends Louisiana law to include this legislative finding in the state's anesthesiology statute (R.S. 37:930(G)(1)(a)). The bill does not change current practice, licensing, or scope of practice for CRNAs - it only documents their historical role. The bill is currently in early stages, having been prefaced and referred to the Health and Welfare Committee. It has no direct policy impact beyond this formal acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HCR 3) is a concurrent resolution directing the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) to amend rules governing outdoor advertising signs along highways. It requires increased spacing between signs (500-1,000 feet on most highways), bans stacked signs after July 31, 2025, and prohibits new permits for stacked configurations. The changes aim to reduce driver distractions and preserve scenic highway views, directly affecting billboard companies, property owners, and businesses that operate signage near roads. The resolution modifies existing DOTD rules to align with safety and beautification goals under the Highway Beautification Act. Note: The bill’s title incorrectly references SNAP benefits; the actual content addresses outdoor advertising regulations.

Maddy summarySB 61 requires insurers to provide consumers with a copy of the specific credit information they used when underwriting or setting rates for personal insurance policies (like auto or home insurance). This directly affects policyholders who apply for or renew personal insurance, giving them transparency into the credit data influencing their premiums. The key provision mandates that insurers must disclose this credit information upon initial application or renewal, rather than keeping it confidential. The bill passed unanimously in the Senate but does not change how credit data is used in rate calculations, only requiring disclosure to consumers.

Maddy summarySB 182 allows Louisiana's Department of Health to temporarily suspend Medicaid prior authorization and other utilization management requirements during a declared emergency. This applies broadly to all Medicaid recipients for essential healthcare services, removing prior restrictions that specifically mentioned cancer treatment or oncology care. The bill's key mechanism gives the Department authority to ensure uninterrupted access to medical services when emergencies like natural disasters or public health crises occur. It affects all Medicaid beneficiaries in Louisiana by streamlining access to necessary care during emergencies. The bill passed unanimously in the Senate and is now pending in the House.