Sen. Heather Cloud

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution directs the Louisiana Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism to study the feasibility of creating a museum and trail dedicated to the Louisiana Maneuvers of 1940 and 1941. The study must be conducted in consultation with the Louisiana State Museum Board and the National WWII Museum and will examine potential locations, estimated costs, and the inclusion of conference space. It also requires an analysis of how the new facility could affiliate with the National WWII Museum to enhance its resources and credibility. The department is required to submit a written report of its findings and recommendations to state legislative committees by March 1, 2027.

Maddy summarySB 509 amends the state insurance code to clarify how bank-owned life insurance policies are defined and regulated. The bill removes specific language regarding consent for policy exchanges and reorganizes the text to improve consistency in its structure. These changes directly affect insurance regulations and the entities that manage bank-owned life insurance products. By refining existing definitions, the legislation aims to streamline how these policies are handled without introducing new requirements.

Maddy summarySB 145 requires all licensed adult residential care facilities in Louisiana to install and maintain a backup generator or approved alternative power source. This system must provide continuous electricity for critical functions during outages, including life safety systems, medical equipment, water/sanitation systems, medication storage, and specific HVAC requirements (50% for pre-2026 facilities, 90% for post-2026 facilities). Facilities must have fuel for 72 hours of continuous operation, with fuel delivery agreements extending to 168 hours, and must submit annual emergency plans if granted a waiver for space constraints. The law applies directly to all licensed adult residential care providers in Louisiana, with compliance required by December 1, 2027.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 182 formally congratulates the Alexandria Senior High School Lady Trojans track and field team for winning the 2026 LHSAA Class 5A State Championship. The resolution recognizes the team's historic victory, which marks their first girls' state title since 2007, and highlights specific achievements by individual athletes and relay teams. It also extends appreciation to the coaching staff, athletic department, school administration, and families for their contributions to this accomplishment. The document serves as a public commendation and will be sent to the school's principal and athletic director.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies an existing law regarding pregnant women in custody to clarify that funding for their care can come from nonprofit organizations or federal grants. The change is a minor amendment that adds specific sources of financial support to the current legal framework. It directly affects state agencies responsible for managing the healthcare of incarcerated pregnant women. The legislation does not alter the core requirement for providing care but expands the list of permissible funding origins.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Louisiana's aviation fuel tax laws to establish a standardized method for estimating annual tax revenue. It requires the Department of Revenue to calculate these estimates using specific data sources, including fuel prices and sales volumes, and mandates that the Revenue Estimating Conference use this formula for its own projections. The legislation also sets reporting requirements for the Joint Legislative Committee on the Budget and requires legislative approval for any agreements between state agencies regarding these calculations. Additionally, the bill restricts funding from aviation fuel taxes to airports that clearly designate public ramp space in their directories, and it will expire on January 1, 2027.

Maddy summarySB 133 requires commercial vehicle operators to submit written certification to the Department of Public Safety and Corrections before operating self-driving or remotely controlled commercial vehicles without a driver in the cab. The bill designates this department as the sole agency responsible for overseeing these vehicles on Louisiana highways. It also maintains the existing rule prohibiting parking on highway shoulders except in emergencies. This law directly affects commercial trucking companies and businesses using autonomous or teleoperated vehicles.

Maddy summarySB 200 allows Louisiana to take over (expropriate) land within 50 miles of military bases if owned or controlled by "foreign adversaries" (as defined by U.S. Treasury lists) or their agents. It directly affects property owners in that zone who meet the bill’s definitions of foreign adversaries or their agents. The law requires the state to prove the ownership poses a threat to public health and safety before proceeding, using procedures similar to existing eminent domain laws but with added documentation. Property owners would receive relocation assistance under Louisiana’s existing laws. The bill aims to protect military bases by removing potential security risks from foreign-controlled land.

Maddy summarySB 303 allows Louisiana state and local government agencies (like schools, hospitals, and departments) to purchase information technology systems through cooperative agreements. Instead of each agency running its own separate bidding process, agencies can join group contracts with other public entities or access existing IT systems from external providers without full competitive bidding. This applies specifically to systems originally acquired through competitive procurement by another entity, with the purchasing agency paying a share of the costs. The bill directly changes how public agencies buy IT services, aiming to streamline procurement while maintaining competitive origins for the underlying systems.

Maddy summaryHB 354 renames the Magnolia Bridge (on Louisiana Highway 64 over the Amite River between East Baton Rouge and Livingston Parishes) as the "Caleb Easterling Memorial Bridge." The bill requires the Department of Transportation to install signage reflecting this name, with costs covered by local or private funds not exceeding $750 per sign. This is a purely commemorative measure with no policy changes or direct impact on residents or services.