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THIS WEEK AT THE CAPITOL WITH LMTA |
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Committee activity of LMTA‑supported bills: All bills were reported out of committee and advanced to the floor.
HB 437 – Rep. Michael Melerine prohibits outcome-based compensation for expert witnesses to ensure their testimony remains neutral and objective rather than financially motivated. By strengthening judicial gatekeeping and requiring transparency regarding past financial interests, the bill aligns Louisiana law with federal standards to protect the integrity of the courtroom.
Provides relative to claims for benefits under workers’ compensation.
Establishes a one‑year moratorium on new local heavy‑haul permitting requirements while a study is conducted to evaluate best practices. The bill next moves to the Senate floor, its last stop before the governor's desk. Many thanks to Jake Minner of Bengal Transportation for coming to committee to testify in support of the bill.
Creates CARE Accounts for future medical expense awards, ensuring funds are preserved for injured parties and used only for legitimate medical care over time rather than distributed as lump‑sum payouts.
HB 1101 – Rep. Michael Melerine Reduces workers’ compensation indemnity benefit costs, which are among the highest in the nation.
Floor Activity This Week Awaiting Action Creates the Louisiana Energy Protection Act to protect the state’s energy producers and consumers from certain climate‑related litigation. The bill is expected to be heard Tuesday on the House floor. |
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