Louisiana Bills

passed · Louisiana · Senate Jun 12, 2025

SR 183: CRIMINAL PROCEDURE: Creates a commission to study and make recommendations relative to non-unanimous jury verdicts in Louisiana to determine the number and distribution of such cases, and to inform the Senate of the findings.

SR 183 creates a commission to study Louisiana's use of non-unanimous jury verdicts in criminal cases before 2018. The commission will collect data on the number and geographic distribution of such cases, review submissions from incarcerated individuals convicted under these verdicts, and report findings to the Senate by February 2026. This resolution does not change current law but aims to inform future legislative action on potential remedies for those affected. The commission includes members from judicial, prosecutorial, advocacy, and victim rights organizations.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed · Louisiana · Senate Jun 12, 2025

SR 187: NUTRITION: Urges and requests Louisiana medical schools to integrate courses on nutrition and metabolic health into the medical school curriculum.

This resolution (SR 187) urges Louisiana's medical schools - including LSU Health Sciences Centers in New Orleans and Shreveport, Tulane University School of Medicine, Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, and Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine - to add nutrition and metabolic health courses to their curricula. It does not require schools to make this change but requests they address a gap in current training, where minimal nutrition education may contribute to over-reliance on medication for chronic conditions like diabetes and heart disease. The resolution cites evidence that better nutrition training could help physicians provide more effective patient advice on diet and prevention. As a non-binding resolution, it directs the request to school leaders but does not create new law or mandate specific actions.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Healthcare

passed · Louisiana · Senate Jun 12, 2025

SR 196: MOTOR VEHICLES: Requests the Louisiana State Police to study and make recommendations to improve driving.

This is a Senate resolution (SR 196), not a bill, requesting the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission (not the State Police, as amended) to study and recommend improvements for driving safety. The resolution directs the Commission to conduct this study and provide recommendations to the legislature, with all references to the "State Police" updated to the "Highway Safety Commission" through amendments. It does not create new laws or directly affect citizens, as it is a procedural request for an agency study. The resolution was passed by the Senate and enrolled for final processing in June 2025.

passed · Louisiana · Senate Jun 12, 2025

SR 189: COMMENDATIONS: Commends and congratulates the Lake Castle Slidell Private School SeaPerch team for third place achievement at the 2025 International SeaPerch Competition.

This resolution (SR 189) formally commends the Lake Castle Slidell Private School SeaPerch team ("Reef Renegades") for earning third place in the obstacle course event at the 2025 International SeaPerch Challenge. It recognizes their achievement in a global competition focused on underwater robotics and STEM education, highlighting their innovation and teamwork. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact and directly affects only the named team and school by offering official recognition from the Louisiana Senate.

passed · Louisiana · Senate Jun 12, 2025

SR 195: ENERGY PRODUCTION: Creates a task force to study and make recommendations relative to polices that promote energy self-generation, industrial microgrids, and expedited permitting in the state of Louisiana.

SR 195 creates a task force to study how Louisiana can better support industrial energy self-generation and microgrids. The task force will examine regulatory changes allowing large industrial facilities (which use over 40% of the state's electricity) to generate their own power, streamline permitting for energy projects, and ensure grid reliability without raising costs for residential customers. It will specifically evaluate alternatives to traditional utility rules, grid interconnection rules, direct service models for industrial loads, and faster permitting timelines. The task force must submit its recommendations to the Senate by March 1, 2026, but the bill itself does not enact any new policies.

Topics ✓ Energy

passed · Louisiana · Senate Jun 12, 2025

SR 192: LOTTERIES: Requests the Senate Committee on Judiciary B to study recent technological advancements regarding lotteries and determine whether such advancements conform with Louisiana law.

This resolution (SR 192) requests the Senate Committee on Judiciary B to study whether recent technological advancements in lottery systems - like in-store check-out systems at retail locations - comply with existing Louisiana law. It specifically aims to determine if these new technologies, which weren't anticipated when the lottery was authorized in 1990, align with current statutes. The resolution does not change any laws but asks the committee to evaluate the legal fit of these innovations. It directly affects the Louisiana Lottery Corporation's operations and future technology adoption, as the study could inform potential legislative adjustments. The request follows the Lottery's history of revenue generation for public education since 1991.

passed · Louisiana · Senate Jun 12, 2025

SR 197: LEGIS POWERS/FUNCTIONS: Creates the Baton Rouge SWOT Analysis Study Commission.

SR 197 creates the Baton Rouge SWOT Analysis Study Commission to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the city's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. The commission, composed of the mayor-president, business leaders (including ExxonMobil and the National Federation of Independent Business), community representatives, and two senators, will analyze Baton Rouge's role as Louisiana's capital and provide recommendations for its growth and resilience. It must submit a written report to the Senate by January 2026, with the commission dissolving after submission or July 1, 2026. This resolution does not enact new laws but establishes a process to inform future city planning and state support efforts.

passed · Louisiana · Senate Jun 12, 2025

SR 186: VETERANS: Creates the Task Force on Alternative Therapies for Veterans.

SR 186 is a Senate resolution creating a Task Force on Alternative Therapies for Veterans to study whether psychedelic therapies (like psilocybin or MDMA) could help Louisiana veterans with conditions such as PTSD, traumatic brain injuries, or depression. The task force, including health officials and veterans' representatives, will review clinical research and recommend potential legislation by February 2026. This resolution does not authorize any therapies but examines their potential benefits for veterans. It directly affects Louisiana veterans seeking alternative treatments for service-related mental health conditions.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Veterans

passed both · Louisiana · Senate Jun 12, 2025

SCR 29: WORKFORCE COMMISSION: Requests the Louisiana Workforce Commission to study changes to the Incumbent Worker Training Account and funds.

SCR 29 is a concurrent resolution requesting the Louisiana Workforce Commission to study the Incumbent Worker Training Account and funds. It directs the Commission to evaluate the program's performance, design, and alignment with current business workforce needs, including input from stakeholders like businesses, labor groups, and education entities. The Commission must submit a report with recommendations to legislative committees by February 1, 2026, ahead of the program's statutory sunset date on July 1, 2026. This resolution does not change funding or program rules but sets a timeline for potential future reforms.

passed both · Louisiana · Senate Jun 12, 2025

SCR 13: CONGRESS: Memorializes Congress to take action relative to the use of prior authorization processes.

SCR 13 is a Louisiana legislative resolution urging Congress to reform prior authorization practices in healthcare. It requests federal action to establish clear timelines for insurance approvals, reduce administrative burdens on doctors, eliminate prior authorization for generic medications, and create better appeals processes for denied treatments. The resolution directly addresses patients and healthcare providers in Louisiana who face delays in care due to insurance company requirements. It does not create new law but formally asks Congress to implement specific changes to prioritize patient needs over bureaucratic delays. The resolution passed unanimously in Louisiana's legislature on May 19, 2025.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed both · Louisiana · Senate Jun 12, 2025

SCR 37: BESE: To urge and request BESE to procure an annual license for a 3D game-based learning platform that aligns with chemistry and physical science standards with real-world technologies to provide improved career opportunities for junior high and high school students.

SCR 37 is a concurrent resolution urging Louisiana's State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) to purchase an annual license for a 3D game-based learning platform. The platform must align with Louisiana's chemistry and physical science standards and include real-world technology applications to support career pathways for middle and high school students. It aims to address underfunding of science education by leveraging existing STEM-focused industries like energy, manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals. As a resolution, it is a formal request to BESE - not a binding law - and passed unanimously in the Senate on May 27, 2025.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Technology

passed both · Louisiana · Senate Jun 12, 2025

SCR 40: STUDENTS: Creates the K-12 School Safety Task Force to study and make recommendations relative to school safety and security.

SCR 40 creates a K-12 School Safety Task Force to study school safety and security issues affecting K-12 schools in the state. The task force will examine current safety measures and develop recommendations for improving school security. This procedural bill does not change existing laws but establishes a formal group to analyze and propose solutions. The task force will report its findings and recommendations to the legislature.

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