Sen. Mike Reese

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 resolution (SR 192) requests the Senate Committee on Judiciary B to study whether recent technological advancements in lottery systems - like in-store check-out systems at retail locations - comply with existing Louisiana law. It specifically aims to determine if these new technologies, which weren't anticipated when the lottery was authorized in 1990, align with current statutes. The resolution does not change any laws but asks the committee to evaluate the legal fit of these innovations. It directly affects the Louisiana Lottery Corporation's operations and future technology adoption, as the study could inform potential legislative adjustments. The request follows the Lottery's history of revenue generation for public education since 1991.

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 summarySB 243 exempts certain prescription drugs from state sales and use tax. It directly affects patients purchasing those specific qualifying medications by removing the tax obligation at the point of sale. The bill modifies existing tax law to provide this exemption for eligible prescription drugs, without specifying which drugs qualify in the provided text.

Maddy summaryHCR 83 is a ceremonial resolution commending Danielle Baker, executive director of the Acadiana Delegation in the Louisiana Legislature, for receiving the 2025 Legislative Staff Achievement Award from the Leadership Staff Professional Association (LSPA) of the National Conference of State Legislatures. The resolution recognizes her 15+ years of service, professional contributions to legislative staff organizations, and peer-selected award for outstanding public service. It expresses the Louisiana Legislature's gratitude for her "steadfast commitment to excellence" and "strong work ethic." As a procedural resolution, it has no policy impact and solely serves to formally honor Ms. Baker's professional achievements.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 180) is a ceremonial commendation by the Louisiana Senate honoring Devarjaye "DJ" Daniel, a young man who has battled brain and spinal cancer since age six, and his family. It recognizes DJ's resilience, his dream of becoming a police officer inspired after Hurricane Harvey, and his honorary appointments with over 1,300 law enforcement agencies, including a 2025 swearing-in as a U.S. Secret Service agent. As a symbolic resolution, it does not create any legal obligations or affect policies - it serves solely to publicly acknowledge DJ's story and his family's support.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 175) formally commends five Southern University students - Loren Sullivan, Verbon Muhammad, Sydney Cuillier, Ashley Lovelace, and Erich White, known as "The Dream Team" - for winning an Emmy Award for their documentary *The Hidden Sport*. The film highlights the dedication, cultural significance, and athleticism of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) marching bands, specifically Southern University’s Human Jukebox. The resolution recognizes their achievement in the Sports Emmy Awards category and their use of a Coca-Cola HBCU Sports Production Grant to produce the work. It serves as a ceremonial honor, celebrating their national recognition and contributions to elevating HBCU culture.

Maddy summarySB 59 requires state agencies to prepare fiscal and economic impact statements when creating new regulations under the Administrative Procedure Act. This directly affects state agencies that develop new rules, as they must now analyze and document potential financial and economic effects. The key provision mandates that agencies provide these statements to lawmakers and the public, enhancing transparency about the costs and economic consequences of proposed rules. The bill aims to ensure that rulemaking decisions include clear information on budgetary impacts before implementation.

Maddy summarySB 90 prohibits betting or wagering on election outcomes in Louisiana. It directly affects anyone who makes, accepts, or facilitates bets related to elections, including offering bets, taking shares, or providing funds for such wagers. The bill adds specific prohibitions to election offense laws, banning actions like placing bets on election results or acting as a party to election-related wagers. This creates a clear legal ban on gambling activities tied to elections, effective August 1, 2025.

Maddy summarySB 82 clarifies Louisiana's property tax rules for banks by maintaining a 51% deduction of assessed value for real estate (like buildings and equipment) owned by banks when calculating taxes on their stock. This directly affects banks operating in Louisiana that own physical properties. The bill updates the legal wording of this deduction provision without changing the percentage rate. It would take effect January 1, 2026, if enacted.