Sen. Sam Jenkins

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a paid parental leave program for eligible employees in Louisiana's public school system, including teachers and staff. It creates a special state fund to cover the costs of substitute employees needed to fill positions while eligible staff take leave, extending the current leave period from three months to twelve months. The legislation ensures that existing collective bargaining agreements, employer policies, or other laws offering more generous benefits remain unchanged and prohibits employees from waiving their rights under the new program. Implementation depends on future legislative approval to appropriate funds for the special fund.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution that formally commends Daniel Cormier for his induction into the 2024 class of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. It recognizes Cormier's extensive achievements as a wrestler and mixed martial artist, highlighting his career from high school success in Lafayette to becoming a historic figure in the UFC. The resolution serves as an official statement of appreciation from the Louisiana Legislature and directs a copy of the document to be sent to Cormier.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution that formally commends Frank Monica for his induction into the 2024 class of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. It highlights Monica's extensive coaching career, which includes over five decades of leadership at various high schools and a significant role at Tulane University, resulting in numerous state championships and a historic win record. The resolution also designates the football field at St. Charles Catholic High School as "Frank Monica Field" to honor his legacy. The measure directly affects the state legislature and the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame by officially recognizing Monica's contributions to Louisiana sports.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution formally commends Perry Clark for his induction into the 2024 class of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. The measure recognizes Clark's distinguished career as a collegiate basketball coach, highlighting his achievements at Tulane, Miami, and Texas A&M-Corpus Christi, including three NCAA Tournament appearances and over 300 career wins. It also notes his accolades, such as being named National Coach of the Year in 1992, and acknowledges his mentorship of numerous players. The resolution directs that a copy be sent to Clark to honor his contributions to the sport.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution that formally commends Ray Sibille for his induction into the 2024 class of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. It recognizes his thirty-five-year career as a horse jockey, highlighting his record of over 4,200 wins and his receipt of the George Woolf Memorial Jockey Award. The resolution serves as an official acknowledgment of his contributions to the sport and directs that a copy of the document be sent to him.