Sen. Sam Jenkins

Maddy summaryHB 159 adjusts supervision rules for physical therapists by increasing the maximum number of physical therapist assistants they can supervise from five to six individuals at one time. It also requires physical therapists to conduct a formal review of supervised personnel every sixth treatment day or every thirty days, whichever occurs first. The bill directly affects physical therapists and their assistants in clinical settings by modifying staffing ratios and oversight frequency. This is a procedural change to existing practice standards, not a new program or benefit.

Maddy summarySB 190 designates specific road segments in certain parishes to honor fallen law enforcement officers. The bill amends existing road descriptions to clarify the designated sections (e.g., changing "overpass to" to "overpass and"). It has no funding requirements or new obligations - it solely provides a commemorative name for existing roadways. The bill passed unanimously in the Senate (39-0) and is now moving to the House for consideration.

Maddy summarySB 72 authorizes the Louisiana Community and Technical College System to issue bonds for capital projects like building renovations or equipment purchases. The bill requires colleges to provide a 12% match of the total project cost from their own funds, meaning the colleges themselves must cover at least one-eighth of each project's expenses. This directly affects the colleges within the system, as they must contribute financially to qualify for the bond financing. The bill passed the Senate unanimously (37-0) and is now moving to the House for further consideration.

Maddy summarySCR 51 is a ceremonial resolution commending April Burkholder Coulter for her induction into the 2025 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. It recognizes her achievements as a former LSU gymnast, highlighting her record of 14 All-American honors, 108 individual event titles, and her 2006 NCAA balance beam championship. The resolution does not create any new laws or affect any policies, programs, or individuals beyond formally honoring her athletic legacy. It was unanimously adopted by the Louisiana Legislature as a symbolic gesture.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SCR 46), not a substantive bill. It formally honors Ed Daniels, a late Louisiana sports journalist, by commending his family for his posthumous receipt of two honors: the 2025 Distinguished Service Award in Sports Journalism and his 2025 induction into the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. The resolution recognizes Daniels' decades-long career in sports media, including his work at WGNO-TV and his roles with the Sugar Bowl and Saints Hall of Fame committees. It directly affects his family, as the resolution is addressed to them. The resolution passed unanimously in the Senate.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SCR 57) passed by the Louisiana State Legislature to express condolences for Steven J. Miguez, a businessman and community member from Iberia Parish, following his death on February 24, 2025. The resolution recognizes his life of service, including founding businesses like Iberia Crew Boat & Marine Service and Miguez Fuel, his competitive shooting achievements, and his family. It has no policy provisions or direct effect on laws or constituents - it solely offers legislative condolences to his family. The resolution was adopted unanimously by the Senate (34-0) and passed through the House without amendments.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution formally commends Joe Scheuermann for his induction into the 2025 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. It recognizes his career as Delgado Community College's baseball coach, highlighting his over 1,179 wins, five JUCO World Series appearances, and role in guiding over 300 student-athletes to four-year programs. The resolution serves as a ceremonial honor with no policy changes or direct impact on legislation or constituents. It follows standard practice for commendatory resolutions honoring individuals for community or professional achievements.

Maddy summarySCR 45 is a ceremonial resolution that formally commends Herb Vincent for receiving the 2025 Dave Dixon Louisiana Sports Leadership Award and his induction into the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely serves as a symbolic recognition of Vincent's career. The resolution highlights his roles as SEC Associate Commissioner for Communications and his decades-long contributions to Louisiana sports, including leadership at LSU. As a procedural bill, it has no binding effect beyond the expression of legislative praise.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SCR 53) that formally commends NFL player Andrew Whitworth for his upcoming induction into the 2025 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. The resolution highlights his Louisiana roots, high school football championships, college career at LSU, 16-year NFL career with the Bengals and Rams, Super Bowl victory, and charitable work through his foundation. It does not create any new laws, impose obligations, or affect any policies or individuals. The bill's sole purpose is to express the Louisiana Legislature's recognition of Whitworth's achievements and community contributions.

Maddy summarySCR 48 is a ceremonial resolution commending basketball player Danny Granger for his induction into the 2025 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. It formally recognizes his career achievements, including his NBA tenure with the Indiana Pacers, All-Star selection, and international representation with the U.S. national team. The resolution has no policy impact or binding requirements; it is purely an expression of legislative praise. As a commemorative resolution, it directly affects only the recipient (Granger) and serves to honor his contributions to sports in Louisiana.