Education

passed · Louisiana · House Mar 19, 2026

HR 24: SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates March 17, 2026, as Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Day at the state capitol

This resolution designates Tuesday, March 17, 2026, as Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Day at the Louisiana state capitol to honor the institutions' contributions to education and community development. The measure acknowledges the vital role HBCUs play in preparing leaders and strengthening Louisiana's economy, culture, and civic life. It specifically highlights achievements by several state HBCUs, including Xavier University of Louisiana, Southern University, Dillard University, and Grambling State University, noting their academic programs, research centers, and athletic accomplishments. The resolution serves as a formal recognition rather than a policy change, aiming to celebrate the legacy and ongoing impact of these institutions within the state.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill honors HBCUs' contributions to education and community development, acknowledging their vital role in preparing leaders and strengthening Louisiana's educational landscape.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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passed both · Louisiana · House May 28, 2026

HCR 28: NURSES: Creates the Task Force on School Nurse Orientation

This bill establishes a Task Force on School Nurse Orientation in Louisiana to create a training program for new registered nurses entering public schools. The task force will review existing orientation programs, identify essential skills for school nurses, and develop recommendations for standardized training and mentorship opportunities. It will consist of nine representatives from various organizations including nursing associations, education agencies, and health departments, and must begin its work by August 1, 2026. The group will submit its recommendations to the legislature and will dissolve once its work is complete or by February 12, 2027.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates task force to improve school nurse training, enhancing student health support and educational environment in K-12 schools85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates task force to improve school nurse training and orientation, strengthening healthcare access and quality in schools.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health Healthcare Workforce

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in committee · Louisiana · House Apr 27, 2026

HB 1022: HEALTH/SCHOOL CLINICS: Provides relative to health services provided to students (OR INCREASE LF EX See Note)

This bill requires Louisiana public schools to allow behavioral health and primary care providers to deliver medically necessary services to students during school hours if a parent or guardian requests them. It mandates that school districts create policies permitting these services without creating barriers, while clarifying that schools are not required to establish or fund such clinics. Key provisions include insurance requirements for providers, criminal background checks for staff, and rules ensuring parents can choose their own providers without school interference. The legislation also establishes that these services do not count as special education evaluations and outlines procedures for scheduling care around academic activities.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands access to health services for students in K-12 schools, supporting student well-being and educational access without requiring school funding.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands student access to behavioral health and primary care services in schools, removing barriers to medically necessary care while clarifying funding responsibilities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Special Education Student Health Mental Health Primary Care

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in committee · Louisiana · House Mar 23, 2026

HCR 30: STUDENT/LOANS-SCHOLARSHP: Requests the Board of Regents to study the potential establishment of a legislative scholarship program

This bill asks the Board of Regents to study creating a scholarship program where each state legislator could nominate one student per year for public colleges and universities. The study must be completed by March 1, 2027, and include recommendations for new laws if a program is feasible. The scholarship costs would be covered by the educational institutions themselves, and the Board must consult with college management boards during the review. This resolution does not create funding or establish the program, but rather directs officials to investigate the possibility and report their findings to education committees.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill proposes studying a scholarship program to expand educational access for students at public colleges, though it requires further analysis before implementation.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · Louisiana · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 1021: TOPS: Provides relative to repayment of certain TOPS award amounts under certain circumstances (OR INCREASE GF EX See Note)

This bill requires students who receive Louisiana's TOPS scholarship to repay their award if they fail to maintain eligibility, resign from their college, or do not earn a bachelor's degree by the end of their fifth academic year. The repayment applies to the amount paid on the student's behalf for their first year of enrollment, but it does not apply if the student transfers to a community and technical college within 12 months and completes an eligible workforce program within 36 months. The administering agency must create rules to handle repayment exceptions, partial repayments, and collection methods, and must submit annual reports on TOPS student outcomes and repayment data. The law applies to high school graduates who enroll in college during or after the 2025-2026 school year.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill imposes repayment requirements on scholarship recipients, potentially limiting educational access and creating financial barriers for students who fail to complete degrees.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education K-12 Education Student Financial Aid

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passed · Louisiana · House Mar 27, 2026

HR 50: SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates March 24, 2026, as Geaux Far Day at the capitol and commends Geaux Far Louisiana for its contributions to early childhood education

This bill designates March 24, 2026, as Geaux Far Day at the Louisiana Capitol and formally recognizes the Geaux Far Louisiana organization. It directly affects the state legislature by setting aside a specific date to honor the group's work in early childhood education. The resolution commends Geaux Far Louisiana for its role in advocating for children from prenatal care through age four and for promoting a unified early childhood system. This is a ceremonial measure that acknowledges the organization's contributions without changing any laws or policies.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill recognizes an organization advocating for early childhood education and promotes a unified early childhood system, indicating support for educational access.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood

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signed · Louisiana · Senate Jun 8, 2026

SB 450: SCHOOLS: Requires mandatory reporting of school threats and provides for physical security school assessments for K-12 schools. (8/1/26) (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

This bill requires all K-12 school employees in Louisiana to immediately report any threats of violence or terrorism to local law enforcement and, if applicable, to the school administrator. It also mandates that law enforcement agencies forward these threat reports to the state's Louisiana Fusion Center within seven days, while protecting the privacy of students and individuals who made the reports. Additionally, the bill establishes a program where the Fusion Center will conduct free physical security assessments of public schools every three years starting in 2027, with optional assessments available for charter and nonpublic schools. The assessments will identify safety vulnerabilities and provide nonbinding recommendations for improvements, but schools are not required to implement these suggestions and will be protected from liability regardless of their decisions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens public safety by requiring threat reporting to law enforcement and establishing security assessments, enhancing criminal justice prevention measures.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill enhances school safety through mandatory threat reporting and physical security assessments, protecting students and educators from violence.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement K-12 Education School Safety

passed · Louisiana · House Mar 19, 2026

HR 25: SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates March 16, 2026, as Opportunity in Action Day at the capitol

This Louisiana House resolution designates March 16, 2026, as Opportunity in Action Day at the state capitol in Baton Rouge. The measure recognizes the Louisiana Opportunity Youth Alliance and aims to bring together youth and youth-serving organizations to learn about the legislative process and engage with elected officials. It defines opportunity youth as individuals aged 16 to 24 who are neither enrolled in school nor employed, highlighting the state's high rate of youth disconnection. The resolution encourages communities across Louisiana to support these youth and organizations in building stronger connections and expanding opportunities.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill promotes youth engagement with education and legislative process, targeting disconnected youth aged 16-24 to encourage school enrollment or employment opportunities.75% confidence

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signed · Louisiana · House Jun 1, 2026

HB 1079: SCHOOLS/CHARTER: Authorizes certain charter schools to give enrollment preference to certain students

This bill allows charter schools in Louisiana to prioritize enrollment for kindergarten students who attended specific early learning centers. It directly affects charter schools and the families of young children by creating a formal preference system for certain preschool experiences. Under the new rule, schools can give preference to students who attended a center run by the charter school itself or a separate licensed center where the student spent at least 75 days and an enrollment agreement exists between the two organizations. The legislation adds this option to existing charter school requirements without mandating that schools use the preference, leaving the decision to individual charter schools.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands educational access by allowing charter schools to prioritize enrollment for students with early learning center experience, strengthening preschool-to-school transitions.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood K-12 Education School Choice

in committee · Louisiana · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 1130: CURRICULA: Provides for a hunting course for certain public school students

This bill requires public schools in Louisiana to offer age-appropriate hunting courses to students in grades five through twelve. The courses must include firearms training, hunter education, and conservation education, though schools may add other relevant topics. Charter schools are exempt from this requirement unless they choose to include it in their approved charter. The State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education will work with the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries to create rules for implementation, with the program starting in the 2027-2028 school year.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands educational offerings by mandating hunting courses with firearms training and conservation education, enhancing student programs and curriculum diversity.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill includes conservation education in hunting courses, promoting environmental awareness and resource stewardship among students.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Wildlife

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