Sen. Royce Duplessis

Maddy summaryHCR 24 creates a special legislative committee to study the Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) and its operations. The bill specifically directs the committee to examine LHSAA's structure and impact on all Louisiana high schools, including public, private, and parochial institutions, as amended throughout the text. This is a procedural resolution (not a law) that establishes a fact-finding body, with no immediate policy changes or direct effects on schools. The committee's work will inform future legislative decisions but does not alter current athletic association rules or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HCR 65) is a ceremonial resolution expressing the Louisiana Legislature's condolences on the death of John "Jay" Batt, Jr., a former New Orleans City Council member, businessman, and community leader. It formally honors his life, service, and legacy without creating any new laws or affecting specific policies or groups. The resolution acknowledges his career, family, and contributions to New Orleans, including his time on the City Council and leadership roles in organizations like the Sugar Bowl Committee. As a concurrent resolution, it has no legal effect beyond this symbolic gesture of remembrance.

Maddy summarySB 225 creates a legal right for individuals to sue property owners or managers operating short-term rentals (like Airbnb) if they violate specific zoning rules. It directly affects short-term rental property owners, managers, and platforms (such as Airbnb or Vrbo) that facilitate bookings. Key provisions include reducing timeframes for legal actions from five to three days, clarifying how property line distances are measured, and explicitly exempting rental platforms from being sued under this law. The bill also allows courts to award attorney fees to winning parties in such lawsuits.

Maddy summaryThis resolution urges regional electricity grid planners (like MISO and SPP) to adopt new planning methods that consider long-term risks such as hurricanes, cyberattacks, and extreme weather. It specifically requests using 20-year planning horizons, evaluating projects based on national security, reliability, and cost fairness, and ensuring Louisiana ratepayers aren’t disproportionately burdened. The resolution directly affects grid operators and Louisiana’s electricity customers by shaping how transmission projects are assessed and funded. It does not create new law but requests specific planning approaches for grid resilience.

Maddy summarySB 218 allows defendants convicted by a non-unanimous jury verdict to seek post-conviction relief, potentially leading to a new trial. It directly affects individuals in criminal cases where the jury did not reach unanimous agreement on a guilty verdict. The bill establishes a specific legal process for these defendants to challenge their conviction after sentencing. This is a procedural change to criminal procedure law, not a new policy or funding measure.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 76) asks the Department of Children and Family Services to report on luggage partnerships for foster children. It specifically requests the department to share details about organizations (like Geaux 4 Kids) that provide luggage bags containing essential items, including the partner names, regions served, and annual bag distribution numbers. The bill does not create new programs or funding but seeks transparency about existing support for foster children during placement transitions. It is a procedural resolution, not a law changing policy.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 116) formally commends the Academy of the Sacred Heart Girls Golf Team for winning the 2025 Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) Girls Division II State Golf Championship and dominating the Metro Championship. It specifically highlights their comeback victory, individual achievements (like Jade Neves as individual champion), and team effort under Coach Jennifer Caro. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, expressing official recognition for the team's athletic accomplishments. It was adopted by the Louisiana Senate in May 2025 and will be sent to the team.

Maddy summarySB 214 addresses the method for selecting the state's Commissioner of Insurance. This bill directly affects how the chief regulator of the insurance industry is chosen, by providing for their appointment. The proposed changes require a two-thirds vote, indicating a significant alteration to the existing process for filling this important position, possibly involving a constitutional amendment.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution expresses the sincere and heartfelt condolences of the Louisiana Legislature to the family and friends of Arwin Patrick Bascle upon her passing. It also honors her life, legacy, and contributions to the political fabric of Louisiana.

Maddy summarySR 82 is a resolution that formally commends Father Howard W. Byrd, SSJ, for his fifty years of dedicated service and devotion to the ministry, particularly in New Orleans and with the St. Augustine High School community. This resolution recognizes his long-standing contributions to the people of God and the city.