This bill establishes the Task Force on Secure Firearm Storage to study how to prevent accidental shootings involving children aged thirteen and younger in Louisiana. The task force will examine methods for safely storing firearms at home and may propose new laws that include incentives or penalties for secure storage practices. The committee is composed of representatives from law enforcement, gun retailers, gun owners, and advocacy groups, and it must submit its findings to the legislature by March 1, 2027.
This resolution asks the Louisiana Department of Education to add the contact details of accrediting organizations to the School and Center Finder website. Specifically, it targets nonpublic schools that run prekindergarten programs and are not currently monitored by the state. The goal is to help parents identify which external standards these schools follow, allowing families to make more informed decisions about their children's education. This request does not change any laws or regulations but instead seeks to improve the transparency of information available to the public.
This resolution directs the Louisiana Economic Development agency to submit a detailed report to the state House of Representatives by January 1, 2027. The report must outline all available funds and expenditures for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, explain which projects each fund can support, and clarify if multiple funds can be combined for the same initiatives. Additionally, the agency must include recommendations for new programs aimed at addressing food insecurity zones and estimate the potential economic impact of these efforts. This measure is designed to increase legislative transparency regarding how state resources are allocated for economic growth and development.
This bill is a procedural resolution that asks the Senate to form a five-member committee to work with a similar House committee. The purpose of this joint committee is to formally inform the Governor that the Louisiana Legislature has finished its work and is prepared to end its session. By adopting this resolution, the Senate sets the stage for the official notification required to conclude the legislative year.
This procedural resolution from the Louisiana Senate requests the appointment of a five-member committee to formally notify the House of Representatives that the Senate has completed its work for the session. The bill authorizes the Senate president to select these members, who will then communicate the Senate's readiness to adjourn sine die, effectively ending the legislative session.
This resolution urges Louisiana electric utilities to evaluate their power grids for vulnerabilities to ground induced currents, which are electrical surges caused by solar storms or nuclear electromagnetic pulses. It specifically requests that the state use updated international standards to model these risks and identify hardware solutions that can block these currents from damaging transformers. The bill also asks state officials to explore federal funding and financial incentives to pay for the necessary grid hardening measures.
This Senate Resolution commends Dr. Lawrence Dewayne Hardy for his spiritual leadership, guidance, and prayers provided to legislators during the 2026 Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature. The bill directly affects Dr. Hardy, the senior pastor and founder of Theo House of Judah Ministries in Baton Rouge, by formally recognizing his contributions and expressing gratitude for his service to the state. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of his role in supporting lawmakers throughout the legislative session.
This bill establishes a statewide Task Force on Blight to study and recommend a comprehensive plan for addressing dilapidated properties and overgrown lots across Louisiana. The task force will include leaders from the Senate, House, major cities, and various state agencies, with members serving without pay but eligible for expense reimbursement. By September 2026, the group will begin meeting to develop a strategic approach using data-driven methods and resource deployment, aiming to submit its final report and legislative proposals by March 2027.
This Senate resolution expresses the formal condolences of the Louisiana Legislature to the family of Carroll Wade Shaddock Jr., who passed away in November 2025. The document honors his life as a retired Army officer, educator, and community leader who served in Vietnam and dedicated his career to supporting scholarships in Southwest Louisiana. It acknowledges his specific contributions, such as originating scholarships at McNeese State University and mentoring young men, while noting his survival by his wife and several descendants. The resolution concludes by formally commending his dedication to public service and transmitting a copy of the text to his family.
This Senate resolution formally commends Stine Home & Yard to mark its eightieth anniversary and recognize its long-standing contributions to Louisiana and the Gulf South region. The bill highlights the company's history, from its founding in 1946 by former World War II pilots to its growth into a major family-owned home improvement retailer serving customers across Louisiana and Mississippi. It specifically notes the business's commitment to community service, disaster recovery efforts following hurricanes, and its dedication to ethical operations and employee support. The resolution concludes by expressing appreciation for the company's legacy and directs a copy of the document to the Stine family and its leadership.
This legislative resolution honors Ed Tillison, a Pearl River native and former Detroit Lions player, for being the first professional football player from his hometown. It formally recognizes his achievements in athletics, business ventures like Tillison Trucking, and his ongoing community service and mentorship efforts. The bill does not change any laws or policies; instead, it serves as an official commendation from the Louisiana Senate to be presented to Tillison.
This Senate Resolution asks the Louisiana Department of Health to provide regular updates on how it is using federal funds for the Rural Health Transformation Program. The bill specifically directs the department to submit two detailed reports by late 2026 and late 2027 that list which organizations received money and how much. These reports must also include data on the program's progress in improving healthcare access and outcomes in rural areas. The request aims to ensure transparency and accountability for the billions of dollars allocated to improve rural health infrastructure and services.
