Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new legal framework for real estate service agreements in Louisiana, specifically targeting the sale of residential properties with one to four dwelling units. It defines these agreements as contracts where a broker is authorized to sell a home in exchange for compensation from the owners, while explicitly prohibiting brokers from placing liens, mortgages, or security interests on the property to secure their fees. The legislation further ensures that such agreements cannot be recorded in public land records and will not bind third-party buyers or creditors, effectively preventing brokers from using property liens to collect commissions. Additionally, the law provides a mechanism for interested parties to petition a court to remove any improperly recorded service agreements or liens from public records.
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Maddy summaryThis resolution commends the Ready Louisiana Coalition and designates May 21, 2024, as Early Education Day at the state capitol. The measure formally recognizes the coalition's work to promote affordable early care and education while highlighting the importance of early childhood development for children and the state's economy. It does not change any laws or allocate funding but serves as an official acknowledgment of the organization's efforts and the significance of the date.
Maddy summaryThis bill designates Wednesday, May 22, 2024, as The Arc Appreciation Day in Louisiana to honor the organization's seventy years of advocacy for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The resolution acknowledges The Arc's role in supporting individuals and families through various services, including early intervention, supported employment, and community living programs. By officially recognizing this date, the state legislature highlights the contributions of The Arc's network of local chapters and its members who work to protect the rights of people with disabilities.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new crime called coerced criminal abortion by means of fraud, which prohibits anyone from knowingly giving an abortion-inducing drug to a pregnant woman without her knowledge or consent. It also amends existing laws to explicitly classify attempted abortions as a crime and adds the specific act of using drugs to cause an abortion to the state's list of racketeering activities. Under the new provisions, offenders face prison sentences ranging from five to twenty years and fines between ten thousand and one hundred thousand dollars, depending on the gestational age of the pregnancy and the risk to the woman's health. The law applies to any person who engages in these actions, not just medical professionals, and ensures that a conviction under this bill does not prevent further prosecution for more serious offenses like murder if the woman is harmed or killed.
Maddy summaryThis bill amends existing laws regarding the licensure of adoption services in Louisiana to include pregnancy resource centers. Specifically, it adds "Louisiana-based pregnancy resource center" to the list of entities that must meet state licensure requirements when providing adoption services. The changes ensure that these centers operate under the same regulatory standards as other adoption service providers.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires local public school boards in Louisiana to conduct state and federal fingerprint background checks on any chaplain they employ or accept as a volunteer. The new rule applies to both paid staff and unpaid volunteers who serve in schools under the existing chapter governing school chaplains. Before a chaplain can begin their duties, the school must verify they have passed the background screening outlined in state law. This measure aims to ensure safety and compliance by mandating a standardized vetting process for all religious leaders working in public education settings.
Maddy summaryThis bill updates Louisiana laws to restrict how students can use electronic devices like cell phones and pagers in public schools. Starting in the 2003-2004 school year, students were prohibited from using these devices on school property unless the principal gave permission. A new rule beginning in the 2024-2025 school year requires students to either turn off and store their devices or leave them behind for the entire instructional day. The changes apply to all public elementary and secondary schools, including school buses used for student transport.
Maddy summaryThis bill amends state law to create a process for doctors to request exceptions when health insurance plans restrict access to certain medications. Specifically, it allows physicians to bypass standard approval steps for drugs used to treat postpartum depression if the medication's specific indication is not yet approved by the FDA. The law requires insurance companies to provide an easy online way for doctors to apply for these overrides and to grant them quickly when supported by sound clinical evidence. Although the bill includes language about this provision, it currently has no impact because it was recalled from committee and did not advance to a vote.
Maddy summaryThis bill amends the text of a previously passed law regarding teacher and school employee compensation by changing the word "enacted" to "reenacted" in the first section. The change does not introduce new requirements, funding levels, or eligibility criteria for educators. Instead, it serves as a technical correction to the legislative language used to describe the law's status. Consequently, the bill has no direct impact on salaries, benefits, or the operations of schools beyond clarifying the statute's wording.
Maddy summaryThis bill amends a workforce development law to expand the list of eligible organizations that can serve as the primary point of contact for workforce solutions in Louisiana. Specifically, it adds policy institutes or centers operated by or affiliated with public universities in the state to the existing list, which currently includes the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. The change allows these additional university-affiliated entities to coordinate workforce programs alongside the designated primary contact. This legislative update broadens the scope of institutions authorized to manage workforce initiatives without altering the core funding or operational structure of the program.