Sen. Thomas Pressly

Maddy summaryThis Louisiana Senate resolution asks the U.S. Congress to provide timely and complete funding for the military that matches the National Defense Authorization Act. The bill specifically targets military personnel and their families in Louisiana, aiming to reduce budget uncertainty that can delay construction, training, and essential services like housing and healthcare. It also requests that the federal government prioritize support for quality of life issues, including compensation and expanded access to fertility treatments such as in vitro fertilization. By sending this request to federal lawmakers, the state legislature seeks to ensure stable resources for defense operations and the well-being of service members.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a formal resolution that commends Sylvia Fowles for her induction into the 2026 class of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. It directly affects Fowles by officially recognizing her distinguished career in women's basketball, which includes multiple Olympic gold medals and WNBA championships. The resolution highlights her specific achievements, such as her time at LSU and her professional records, to justify the honor. Ultimately, the document serves to transmit a copy of this commendation to Fowles as a gesture of appreciation for her contributions to the sport.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution that formally commends and congratulates John James Marshall on receiving the 2026 Distinguished Service Award in Sports Journalism and his induction into the 2026 class of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. The resolution recognizes Marshall's five-decade career in sports media, highlighting his achievements as a journalist, broadcaster, and educator in Louisiana. It does not create new laws or change any policies but serves to publicly acknowledge his contributions to the state's sports community.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a non-binding resolution that formally congratulates former NFL player Joe Horn on his induction into the 2026 class of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. It highlights his distinguished career with the New Orleans Saints, where he set numerous franchise records for receptions and touchdowns, and notes his legacy as a father to current NFL player Jaycee Horn. The resolution does not change any laws or allocate funds; it simply recognizes Horn's athletic achievements and directs a copy of the document to be sent to him.

Maddy summaryThis legislative bill is a formal resolution that commends and congratulates Gil LeBreton for receiving the 2026 Distinguished Service Award in Sports Journalism and for his induction into the 2026 class of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. The document highlights his extensive career achievements, including decades of reporting on major sporting events and receiving numerous awards for his work in journalism. It serves as an official recognition of his contributions to sports media rather than establishing new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution that formally commends John Brady for his induction into the 2026 class of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. It recognizes his distinguished career as a collegiate basketball coach, highlighting his achievements at institutions such as Louisiana State University, where he led the team to the Final Four. The resolution serves as an official acknowledgment of his contributions to the sport and does not alter any laws or policies. Ultimately, the document directs that a copy of the commendation be sent to Coach Brady.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution that expresses the Louisiana Legislature's condolences to the family and friends of Allyce Trapp Alexander, who passed away in September 2025. The document honors her life, career as a government relations advisor, and her service to the state through a series of statements detailing her personal history and achievements. No new laws or policies are created; the resolution serves solely as a formal tribute to be sent to her husband and parents.

Maddy summaryHB 148 designates a specific segment of Louisiana Highway 5 in Logansport (between US Highway 84 and LA Highway 3015 in DeSoto Parish) as the "Eugene Washington Memorial Highway." The bill requires the Department of Transportation to install and maintain appropriate signage for this designation, but only if local or private funds cover the department's costs (up to $750 per sign). This is a procedural bill focused solely on naming a highway segment and implementing signage, with no broader policy changes. It directly affects the local community in Logansport through the highway naming and signage.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 90 is a formal commendation honoring Gerald 'Jerry' Badgley for his retirement as the principal of C.E. Byrd High School in Shreveport, Louisiana. The resolution recognizes his twenty-plus years of service, highlighting his leadership in improving school facilities and curriculum, as well as his role in producing numerous distinguished alumni. This legislative action serves to publicly acknowledge his contributions to the school and the broader community, with no changes to laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a formal resolution expressing the Louisiana Legislature's condolences to the family of Coach Pat Collins, who passed away in February 2026. The document honors his life by briefly outlining his extensive coaching career, which included leading teams to a national championship and serving in various educational and administrative roles. It also acknowledges his personal legacy as a devoted family man and mentor before officially transmitting a copy of the resolution to his family.