Sen. Patrick Connick

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 56 commends and recognizes the staff of the Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO). The resolution acknowledges their outstanding accomplishments and dedication to public service in strengthening the economy and improving the quality of life for citizens in Jefferson Parish.

Maddy summarySCR 12 is a commemorative resolution that officially recognizes and celebrates St. Patrick's Day. It also acknowledges the cultural and historic ties between Ireland and Louisiana, and the establishment of the American Irish State Legislators Caucus. The resolution directs that copies be sent to the national co-chairs of the caucus.

Maddy summarySR 50 is a commemorative resolution that officially recognizes Monday, April 28, 2025, as Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Day at the Louisiana State Capitol. This resolution celebrates the contributions and achievements of Louisiana's eight HBCUs.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends Coach Hank Tierney and the Archbishop Shaw High School football team for winning the Louisiana High School Athletic Association 2024 Division II Select state championship. It formally recognizes their outstanding season and congratulates them on their achievement.

Maddy summarySR 19 is a procedural resolution that commends the Louisiana Funeral Directors Association for its achievements and designates Tuesday, April 22, 2025, as Louisiana Funeral Directors Association Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

Maddy summarySB 68, the Homeowners' Insurance Transparency Act, requires Louisiana homeowners' insurance companies to annually disclose detailed financial relationships with related companies (like claims adjusters or reinsurance firms). Specifically, companies must report profits/losses from these entities, all fees paid to them, services provided, and any financial arrangements affecting homeowner rates. The Department of Insurance will make these disclosures publicly available online, and companies failing to comply may face fines up to $25,000 or suspension of new policy issuance. The law takes effect on January 1, 2026, aiming to increase clarity around how insurers structure costs for policyholders.

Maddy summaryHB 5 requires Louisiana public school systems to use savings from the Teachers' Retirement System to provide permanent salary increases for teachers and other school employees starting in the 2025-2026 school year. Certificated staff, such as teachers and administrators, must receive at least a $2,000 raise, while non-certificated staff, including aides and clerical workers, must receive at least $1,000. The bill mandates that these salary increases include associated retirement costs and applies to employees on specific leaves, such as military or maternity leave, provided they remain in their approved positions. If a school district does not have enough savings to cover the full amount of these raises, the remaining cost is to be funded through the state's minimum foundation program formula. Additionally, the legislation clarifies that charter schools participating in the state retirement system must also comply with these salary increase requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends existing laws regarding pharmaceutical reimbursements to apply only to contracted pharmacists or pharmacies that do not own more than five shares or a five percent interest in a pharmaceutical wholesale group purchasing organization or vendor. The key provision restricts the scope of the reimbursement rules to ensure they target independent pharmacies rather than those with significant ownership stakes in drug supply chains. By adding this specific limitation, the legislation clarifies which entities must comply with the current reimbursement requirements without changing the underlying financial mechanisms.

Maddy summarySB 40 amends the Louisiana Seafood Safety Act to clarify administrative roles within the state's health oversight system. The bill makes minor text changes to remove redundant language and establishes a specific task force to support the commission, with the Senate Health and Welfare Committee chairman serving as its leader. These adjustments aim to streamline how the state manages seafood safety regulations without altering the core safety standards themselves.