Sen. Katrina Jackson-Andrews

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 is a formal resolution expressing the Louisiana Legislature's condolences to the family of Coach Pat Collins, who passed away in February 2026. The document honors his life by briefly outlining his extensive coaching career, which included leading teams to a national championship and serving in various educational and administrative roles. It also acknowledges his personal legacy as a devoted family man and mentor before officially transmitting a copy of the resolution to his family.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates Tuesday, April 14, 2026, as AKA Day at the Louisiana State Capitol to honor Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. The resolution formally commends the sorority for its over a century of community service, leadership, and support for health, education, and economic empowerment initiatives. By creating this specific day, the legislation recognizes the organization's contributions to Louisiana and its national network of chapters. The measure serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation rather than establishing new laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates Tuesday, April 7, 2026, as Coca-Cola Day at the Louisiana State Capitol to honor the company's long history and contributions to the state. It formally commends Coca-Cola UNITED for its economic impact, employment of over 2,300 Louisianians, and various community and environmental initiatives. The resolution serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation rather than establishing new laws or regulations.

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 concurrent resolution that formally commends Louis S. Reine for his retirement as president of the Louisiana AFL-CIO. It recognizes his nearly three decades of service to the labor organization, including his work as legislative assistant, director of political activities, and secretary-treasurer. The resolution highlights his extensive involvement in state boards, commissions, and community organizations, as well as his long history as a union member and family man. This document serves as an official acknowledgment of his contributions to workers and the state rather than creating new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new legal framework for sober living homes in Louisiana by requiring the Department of Health to create minimum health and safety standards. Before these rules can be finalized, the department must submit them to the Senate and House health and welfare committees for review and approval. The legislation directly affects operators of sober living facilities and the state agency responsible for regulating them, ensuring that future rules undergo legislative scrutiny.

Maddy summarySB 497 updates Louisiana law to require the Department of Health to notify licensed facilities about emergency evacuations or management responses. The bill mandates that if the department communicates this information orally, it must also send the details via email to ensure the facility has a written record. This change directly affects healthcare and other facilities regulated by the state health department during emergencies. The legislation aims to improve communication clarity and documentation for emergency protocols.

Maddy summarySB 498 requires the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections to provide state inmates housed in local parish jails with the same clothing and healthcare products they would receive at a state facility. This change directly affects state prisoners currently confined in parish-run correctional institutions by mandating uniform care standards regardless of the facility's location. The bill ensures that these inmates are not denied essential items or medical supplies simply because they are not in a state-run prison.

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.