Rick Edmonds — Senate - District 6
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SB81: Provides for academic transparency and parental access to digital instructional materials and other educational materials in a manner that is free-of-charge. (8/1/25) (EN SEE FISC NOTE LF EX)
Last Action: Effective date 8/1/2025.
Date: 2025-06-08
Author: Rick Edmonds (R)
Co-sponsors: Daryl Adams (D) Beryl Amedee (R) Stephanie Berault (R) Josh Carlson (R) Dewith Carrier (R) Kim Carver (R) Tehmi Chassion (D) Kellee Dickerson (R) Kathy Edmonston (R) Gabe Firment (R) Alonzo Knox (D) Charles Owen (R) Laurie Schlegel (R) Annie Spell (R) Roger Wilder (R) John Wyble (R)
...and 11 more.
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SB90: Prohibits betting or wagering on elections. (8/1/25)
Last Action: Effective date 8/1/2025.
Date: 2025-06-08
Author: Rick Edmonds (R)
Co-sponsors: Michael Fesi (R) Caleb Kleinpeter (R) Blake Miguez (R) Gregory Miller (R) Mike Reese (R) Glen Womack (R)
...and 1 more.
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Prohibits betting or wagering on election outcomes in Louisiana. The bill adds a new provision to R.S. 18:1461.7(A), making it illegal to knowingly place or accept bets on elections, hold financial interests in such bets, fund election wagering, or engage in related activities. Penalties include fines up to $1,000 and/or imprisonment up to one year for a first offense, and fines up to $2,500 and/or imprisonment up to five years for subsequent offenses. The bill would become effective on August 1, 2025.
SB190: Designates portions of certain roadways in honor of fallen law enforcement officers. (8/1/25) (EN +$4,460 SG EX See Note)
Last Action: Effective date 8/1/2025.
Date: 2025-06-04
Author: Rick Edmonds (R)
Co-sponsors: Mark Abraham (R) Robert Allain (R) Regina Barrow (D) Adam Bass (R) Gerald Boudreaux (D) Joseph Bouie (D) Gary Carter (D) Stewart Cathey (R) Heather Cloud (R) Patrick Connick (R) Royce Duplessis (D) Michael Fesi (R) Franklin Foil (R) Jimmy Harris (D) Cameron Henry (R) Bob Hensgens (R) Valarie Hodges (R) Katrina Jackson-Andrews (D) Samuel Jenkins (D) Caleb Kleinpeter (R) Eddie Lambert (R) W. Jay Luneau (D) Patrick McMath (R) Blake Miguez (R) Gregory Miller (R) Beth Mizell (R) John Morris (R) Brach Myers (R) Robert Owen (R) Thomas Pressly (R) Edward Price (D) Mike Reese (R) Alan Seabaugh (R) Larry Selders (D) Jeremy Stine (R) Kirk Talbot (R) William Wheat (R) Glen Womack (R) Daryl Adams (D) Tony Bacala (R) Dennis Bamburg (R) Mike Bayham (R) Stephanie Berault (R) Beth Billings (R) Ryan Bourriaque (R) Delisha Boyd (D) Chad Boyer (R) Ken Brass (D) Marcus Bryant (D) Rhonda Butler (R) Robert Carter (D) Wilford Carter (D) Tehmi Chassion (D) Emily Chenevert (R) Raymond Crews (R) Kellee Dickerson (R) Jessica Domangue (R) Kathy Edmonston (R) Peter Egan (R) Julie Emerson (R) Les Farnum (R) Bryan Fontenot (R) Aimee Freeman (D) Barbara Freiberg (R) Brian Glorioso (R) Chance Henry (R) Dodie Horton (R) Jason Hughes (D) John Illg (R) Steven Jackson (D) Mike Johnson (R) Edmond Jordan (D) Alonzo Knox (D) Vanessa Caston Lafleur (D) Terry Landry Jr. (D) Ed Larvadain (D) Rodney Lyons (D) Shane Mack (R) Denise Marcelle (D) Danny McCormick (R) Jack McFarland (R) Wayne McMahen (R) Michael Melerine (R) Dustin Miller (D) Pat Moore (D) Troy Romero (R) Rodney Schamerhorn (R) Annie Spell (R) Joseph Stagni (R) Phillip Tarver (R) Sylvia Taylor (D) Polly Thomas (R) Francis Thompson (R) Joy Walters (D) Jeff Wiley (R) Matthew Willard (D) Mark Wright (R) John Wyble (R) Jerome Zeringue (R)
...and 94 more.
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Designates a portion of Airline Highway (US Route 61) in East Baton Rouge Parish—from 9607 to 9000 Airline Highway—as the "Jackson, Gerald, Garafola, Tullier Memorial Highway."
DOTD is directed to install signs marking the designation, provided that local or private funds cover the department’s actual costs, not exceeding $550 per sign.
Effective August 1, 2025.
SB191: Provides for the composition of the board of commissioners of the St. George Fire Protection District. (8/1/25)
Last Action: Effective date 8/1/2025.
Date: 2025-06-20
Author: Rick Edmonds (R)
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SENATE committee amendments [LINK] change the appointment process for the board of commissioners. The mayor now appoints three commissioners instead of five, the East Baton Rouge Metropolitan Council appoints one commissioner, and these four appointed commissioners jointly select the fifth member.
Establishes that the board of commissioners for the St. George Fire Protection District will consist of five members, all appointed by the St. George City Council.
Initial terms:
- Three commissioners serve one-year terms.
- Two commissioners serve two-year terms.
(Initial terms determined by lot.)
All subsequent terms are two years.
Effective August 1, 2025.
SB233: Provides for changes to the School Readiness Tax Credit. (1/1/26) (EN DECREASE GF RV See Note)
Last Action: Effective date 1/1/2026.
Date: 2025-06-20
Author: Rick Edmonds (R)
Co-sponsors: Tony Bacala (R) Stephanie Berault (R) Kim Carver (R) Tehmi Chassion (D) Aimee Freeman (D) Barbara Freiberg (R) Alonzo Knox (D) Mandie Landry (D) Pat Moore (D) Annie Spell (R) John Wyble (R)
...and 6 more.
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EXPANDS tax credits, up to $5 million. Aren't we trying to reduce/eliminate the income and corporate taxes and STOP tax credits?
Renames the School Readiness Tax Credit as the Workforce Child Care Tax Credit. Doubles allowable business expense caps to $100,000 (or $10,000 per child). Increases credit percentages based on facility quality (e.g., 5-star rises from 20% to 50%). Imposes a $5 million annual cap on total credits. Applies to tax periods starting January 1, 2026.
Expands the tax credit by doubling allowable business expense limits and increasing credit percentages (e.g., 5-star facilities from 20% to 50%). The estimated annual cost could rise from about $585,000 to $1 million or more. A Senate amendment caps total credits at $5 million per year to limit the fiscal impact.
SB234: Creates and provides for the St. George Community School Board and school system in East Baton Rouge Parish. (See Act)
Last Action: Effective date: See Act.
Date: 2025-06-20
Author: Rick Edmonds (R)
Co-sponsors: Josh Carlson (R) Emily Chenevert (R) Kathy Edmonston (R) Charles Owen (R)
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SENATE floor amendment technical
Creates the St. George Community School Board and school system in East Baton Rouge Parish, effective July 1, 2027, if a constitutional amendment is approved by voters. The system’s boundaries match the city of St. George. Establishes an interim board appointed by the governor, followed by an elected board. Transfers schools, buildings, buses, property, taxes, and responsibilities from the East Baton Rouge Parish School Board. Requires cooperation between both systems, including shared services, charter school arrangements, and student transfers. Mandates reimbursement for retiree benefit costs and construction bond debts. Repeals prior law for a Southeast Baton Rouge school district that was never implemented.
SB236: Provides for the demolition or removal of dilapidated and dangerous buildings or structures by the governing authority of a parish or municipality. (8/1/25)
Last Action: Effective date 8/1/2025.
Date: 2025-06-20
Author: Rick Edmonds (R)
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SENATE committee amendments [LINK] change the bill to give authority to a local governing body (administrative court) instead of the mayor-president, clarifying that any enforcement actions must go through an administrative court set up by that local government.
Authorizes the mayor-president of Baton Rouge and East Baton Rouge Parish to directly carry out the demolition or removal of dangerous buildings.
Key Provisions:
- Parishes and municipalities may condemn and demolish structures that are dilapidated and endanger public welfare.
- In Baton Rouge and East Baton Rouge Parish, this authority is specifically granted to the mayor-president or a designee.
- Effective August 1, 2025.
SB25: Constitutional amendment to grant the St. George community school system in East Baton Rouge Parish the same authority granted to parishes to operate a school system. (2/3 - CA13s1(A)) (EN +$2,457,390 GF EX See Note)
Last Action: Effective date: See Act.
Date: 2025-06-13
Author: Rick Edmonds (R)
Co-sponsors: Emily Chenevert (R)
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SENATE committee amendment [LINK] sets voting date of April 18, 2026 for CA.
CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT: Proposes a constitutional amendment granting the St. George community school system in East Baton Rouge Parish the same authority as parish school systems.This includes eligibility for state education funding, authority to levy local taxes for school support, and participation in the Minimum Foundation Program (MFP). The bill follows the precedent set for other independent school systems such as Central and Zachary. It ensures equitable state funding distribution while maintaining non-discriminatory provisions. If approved, voters will decide on the amendment in the statewide election on November 15, 2025.
SB64: Provides for membership of the Shenandoah Estates Crime Prevention and Improvement District. (8/1/25)
Last Action: Effective date 8/1/2025.
Date: 2025-06-11
Author: Rick Edmonds (R)
📅 Not Scheduled
Modifies the governance structure of the Shenandoah Estates Crime Prevention and Improvement District in East Baton Rouge Parish. Currently, the district's nine-member board of commissioners includes one member appointed by the mayor-president of East Baton Rouge Parish from a list of nominations submitted by the Shenandoah Estates Homeowners' Association. The bill seeks to transfer this appointing authority from the mayor-president of East Baton Rouge Parish to the mayor of the city of St. George. All other provisions regarding the board's composition and appointment process remain unchanged. If enacted, this change will take effect on August 1, 2025.
SCR2: Provides for legislative approval of the MFP formula for the 2025-2026 school year. (7/1/25) (OR +$49,880,040 GF EX See Note)
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate; read by title. Rules suspended. Read second time and referred to the Committee on Education.
Date: 2025-04-14
Author: 🥇 Rick Edmonds (R)
Pending: 🏛 Education 4 📅 Not Scheduled
Approves the Minimum Foundation Program (MFP) formula for the 2025–2026 school year, as adopted by BESE on March 12, 2025. The MFP determines per-pupil funding for Louisiana public elementary and secondary schools and allocates funds among city, parish, and other public school systems.
Key Provisions:
- Establishes a base per-pupil funding rate of $4,015.
- Uses weighted student counts to account for special education, gifted/talented, low-income, English learners, CTE participation, and small district size.
- Allocates state and local cost shares based on district ability to generate revenue from property and sales taxes, with caps on growth.
- Provides incentive funding for districts that raise more local revenue above the base requirement (Level 2).
- Continues funding for past pay raises and historical allocations (Level 3).
- Adds supplemental allocations (Level 4) for teacher stipends, tutoring, career development, special education, mentoring, internships/apprenticeships, and course access.
- Adjusts funding mid-year based on enrollment changes.
- Ensures funding for charter schools, lab schools, and specialized state-run schools based on where students reside.
This resolution constitutes legislative approval of the MFP formula, as required by the Louisiana Constitution.
SCR35: Directs the legislative auditor to conduct a performance audit of the Department of State regarding policies, procedures, and practices related to the integrity of elections.
Last Action: Sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate.
Date: 2025-06-10
Author: Rick Edmonds (R)
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SCR37: To urge and request BESE to procure an annual license for a 3D game-based learning platform that aligns with chemistry and physical science standards with real-world technologies to provide improved career opportunities for junior high and high school students.
Last Action: Sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 6/13/2025.
Date: 2025-06-12
Author: Rick Edmonds (R)
Co-sponsors: Beryl Amedee (R) Tehmi Chassion (D) Sylvia Taylor (D)
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Urges and requests Louisiana's State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) to procure an annual license for a 3D game-based learning platform aligned with state standards for chemistry and physical science. The resolution emphasizes STEM education as critical for the state’s economy and workforce, highlighting the limited funding currently dedicated to chemistry and physical sciences. The proposed interactive platform aims to enhance student engagement, prepare middle and high school students for careers in high-growth sectors, and address gaps in existing educational resources.
SCR38: Creates the Task Force on Career Alignment to study ways to implement education-to-career counseling to assist public college and university students to obtain employment in Louisiana after graduation.
Last Action: Sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 6/13/2025.
Date: 2025-06-12
Author: Rick Edmonds (R)
Co-sponsors: Tehmi Chassion (D)
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SENATE committee amendments [LINK]:
- Establishes deadlines for the task force to submit an interim report by January 21, 2026, and a final report by January 21, 2027.
- Specifies recipients of the task force's reports: the governor, Board of Regents, chairs of the House and Senate Committees on Education, and the David R. Poynter Legislative Research Library.
- Sets the termination date for the task force upon submission of the final report or January 21, 2027, whichever comes first.
- Makes technical changes
Creates the Task Force on Career Alignment to study strategies for implementing effective education-to-career counseling at Louisiana's public postsecondary institutions. The goal is to better align graduates' skills with local workforce needs, reducing out-migration and addressing underemployment. The resolution emphasizes collaboration between higher education institutions and employers, enhancing internships and apprenticeships, and recommends creating clear accountability measures to evaluate outcomes. The task force will include stakeholders from education, industry, economic development, and students, and must submit recommendations and proposed legislation by June 1, 2026.
SCR39: Requests BESE to make accessible to athletic directors and coaches a training program covering important safety information for the prevention and treatment of injuries in student athletes.
Last Action: Sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 6/13/2025.
Date: 2025-06-12
Author: Rick Edmonds (R)
Co-sponsors: Regina Barrow (D)
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SCR40: Creates the K-12 School Safety Task Force to study and make recommendations relative to school safety and security.
Last Action: Sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 6/13/2025.
Date: 2025-06-12
Author: Rick Edmonds (R)
Co-sponsors: Tehmi Chassion (D)
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SCR41: To commend SomebodysPraying.com and to proclaim July 2025, as a month of prayer and fasting to God so as to receive His blessings, grace, and mercy for our state and nation.
Last Action: Sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 5/30/2025.
Date: 2025-06-01
Author: Rick Edmonds (R)
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SR146: Commends Coach Clay Bohanan upon the dedication of Clay Bohanan Field at Airline High School and recognizes his outstanding coaching career and his contributions to high school baseball in Bossier Parish.
Last Action: Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 5/30/2025.
Date: 2025-06-01
Author: Rick Edmonds (R)
Co-sponsors: Adam Bass (R)
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Enhances transparency and parental access to instructional materials in Louisiana public schools. The key provisions include:
The bill defines "instructional materials" broadly to include various content forms such as books, teaching aids, computer software, online materials, and nonsecure tests or assessments. The proposed effective date for this legislation is August 1, 2025.