Louisiana Bills

HB 370 provides for a new special permit under the Louisiana Cosmetology Act. This permit requires individuals to complete annual sanitation and safety training, which will be provided and administered by the Office of Public Health within the Louisiana Department of Health. Those operating under this special permit are exempt from the standard certification of registration typically required for beauty shops or salons. This bill directly affects cosmetology professionals seeking to operate under this new permit and the state's public health department.

HB 509 establishes distinct regulatory pathways for "alternative hair design" and "natural hair braiding" services. It creates an "alternative hair design certificate of registration" for services performed in licensed salons, requiring 500-600 hours of instruction and a board-approved examination. Separately, the bill introduces a "natural hair braiding special permit" for services conducted outside registered salons, such as in a residence. Applicants for this special permit must view an instructional video, pay fees, and pass a 20-question examination on topics like infection control. The bill defines the scope of each practice, outlining permitted techniques and explicitly excluding chemical treatments like dyeing or straightening from both categories.

HB 607, titled "HOSPITALS: Provides for healthcare facilities located in hospital service districts," includes an amendment that creates a specific exemption. This amendment states that nonprofit corporations contracted with a hospital service district, if that district was in existence by May 1, 2025, will not be subject to the provisions of this Act. This exemption applies only when these corporations are conducting operations within the parishes of Terrebonne, St. James, or Assumption.

SCR 30 is a concurrent resolution that designates May 17-24, 2025, as "Safe Boating Week" in Louisiana. This resolution aims to raise awareness about safe boating practices among recreational boaters across the state.

SR 99 is a resolution that designates May 22, 2025, as Celiac Disease Awareness Day at the Louisiana State Capitol. It aims to commend the Celiac Disease Foundation and raise public awareness about celiac disease.

SR 107 is a resolution from the Louisiana Senate that expresses sincere condolences upon the death of Sergeant Grant Candies, who was killed in the line of duty. The resolution acknowledges his military and law enforcement service and directs that a copy be sent to his family.

SR 100 is a resolution that designates Monday, May 19, 2025, as Woman's Hospital Day in Louisiana. This acknowledges Woman's Hospital for its services to women and infants in the state.

SR 105 designates the month of May as ALS Awareness Month in Louisiana. This resolution encourages all Louisianians to support ALS research, advocate for increased funding, and stand in solidarity with those affected by the disease.

Senate Resolution 101 recognizes Monday, June 2, 2025, as "The Arc Appreciation Day in Louisiana." This resolution formally acknowledges The Arc of Louisiana's 71 years of advocacy and service for people with intellectual and related developmental disabilities and their families across the state.

House Resolution 174 is a ceremonial bill that expresses the condolences of the Louisiana House of Representatives upon the death of Garrett Logan Maxwell. It acknowledges his life and offers comfort to his family, friends, and loved ones.

HR 171 is a resolution that formally commends Dr. Karl Carpenter on his retirement as principal of Pineville High School. It recognizes his extensive career and contributions to education, including his leadership and advocacy for music education.

HR 175 is a resolution that commends Pope Leo XIV on his ascension to the papacy, commemorating his Creole lineage and ancestral ties to the 7th Ward of New Orleans. It also expresses support for the canonization of Venerable Henriette DeLille.