Michael Fesi — Senate - District 20
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SB46: To prohibit the intentional release, or dispersion of chemicals into the environment of this state with the express purpose of affecting temperature. (8/1/25)
Last Action: Effective date 8/1/2025.
Date: 2025-06-08
Author: Michael Fesi (R)
Co-sponsors: Heather Cloud (R) Valarie Hodges (R) Beryl Amedee (R) Mike Bayham (R) Marcus Bryant (D) Kimberly Coates (R) Raymond Crews (R) Kellee Dickerson (R) Kathy Edmonston (R) Peter Egan (R) Dodie Horton (R) Danny McCormick (R) Charles Owen (R) Rodney Schamerhorn (R)
...and 9 more.
📅 Not Scheduled
SB2: Provides relative to public water systems. (1/1/26) (RE SEE FISC NOTE LF EX)
Last Action: Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Health and Welfare.
Date: 2025-05-06
Author: Michael Fesi (R)
Co-sponsors: Heather Cloud (R) Patrick McMath (R)
Pending: 🏛 Health and Welfare 47 📅 Not Scheduled
SENATE floor amendments technical
SENATE committee amendments [LINK]
- Repeal the current requirement that public water systems add fluoride.
- Prohibit any public water system from adding fluoride unless voters approve it through an election triggered by a petition signed by 15% of local voters.
- Prohibit the use of chlorine gas in water treatment starting January 1, 2029.
- Set the effective date for the fluoride provisions as January 1, 2026.
Proposes to enact R.S. 40:5.3.1 and repeal R.S. 40:5.11, effectively ending water fluoridation in Louisiana’s public water systems.
- Prohibition of Water Fluoridation (Section 1, R.S. 40:5.3.1):
- Proposed Law: Adds a new statute explicitly prohibiting the fluoridation of any public water system in Louisiana.
- Scope: Applies statewide to all public water systems, with no exceptions or thresholds specified.
- Repeal of Existing Fluoridation Program (Section 2, R.S. 40:5.11):
- Current Law: R.S. 40:5.11 mandates that the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) establish a water fluoridation program for public water systems with at least 5,000 service connections, including setting fluoride levels and allowing exemptions under certain conditions.
- Proposed Change: Repeals this statute entirely, eliminating the LDH’s authority and obligation to manage or enforce water fluoridation.
- Effective Date:
- The Act takes effect on August 1, 2025, providing a transition period for existing fluoridation practices to cease.
Eliminates water fluoridation across Louisiana by repealing the current LDH-managed program and banning the practice outright. This shift reverses a public health policy that has been in place to prevent tooth decay, reflecting a potential change in legislative priorities or response to public concerns about fluoride. The bill’s simplicity—lacking exemptions or phased implementation—suggests a decisive move away from fluoridation in public water supplies.
SB94: Provides for waters of the state. (gov sig)
Last Action: Effective date 6/8/2025.
Date: 2025-06-08
Author: Michael Fesi (R)
📅 Not Scheduled
Proposes renaming the "Gulf of Mexico" to the "Gulf of America" in Louisiana's statutes and legal documents. The bill also aims to amend definitions related to the state's waters, including "waters of the state" and "continuous surface connection," particularly concerning the Louisiana Pollutant Discharge Elimination System and coastal use permits. Additionally, it directs the Louisiana Law Institute to update all statutory references to reflect this change.
SB19: Provides relative to the dispensing of ivermectin. (gov sig)
Last Action: Effective date 6/20/2025.
Date: 2025-06-20
Author: Michael Fesi (R)
Co-sponsors: Beryl Amedee (R) Josh Carlson (R) Dewith Carrier (R) Kimberly Coates (R) Phillip DeVillier (R) Kellee Dickerson (R) Kathy Edmonston (R) Peter Egan (R) Gabe Firment (R) Dodie Horton (R) Jacob Landry (R) Danny McCormick (R) Charles Owen (R) Rodney Schamerhorn (R) Roger Wilder (R)
...and 10 more.
📅 Not Scheduled
Seeks to allow pharmacists to dispense ivermectin to individuals 18 and older under a standing order issued by the Louisiana Department of Health. The department is required to establish rules governing the dispensing process, including patient screening, informational guidance, and potential restrictions on harmful ingredients. Pharmacies may charge an administrative fee in addition to the medication cost. The bill grants pharmacists immunity from disciplinary action or civil liability unless gross negligence or willful misconduct occurs. It also clarifies that health insurance providers are not required to cover the cost of ivermectin under this provision. The bill is set to take effect on August 1, 2025.
SB57: Constitutional Amendment to remove the income limitation for persons age sixty-five or older that qualify for the special assessment level for residential property receiving the homestead exemption. (2/3-CA13s1(A)) (1/1/27) (EG DECREASE LF RV See Note)
Last Action: Reconsidered. Read by title; returned to the Calendar, subject to call.
Date: 2025-05-27
Author: Michael Fesi (R)
📅 Not Scheduled
SENATE committee amendments technical
CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT
Modifies the special assessment level for residential property benefiting from the homestead exemption. Currently, individuals aged 65 or older can qualify for this special assessment level, which freezes the assessed value of their property, provided their adjusted gross income does not exceed $100,000 (adjusted annually for inflation). This bill seeks to remove the income limitation for individuals aged 65 or older, allowing all seniors in this age group to benefit from the special assessment level regardless of their income. If approved, the amendment would take effect on January 1, 2026, and be presented to voters in the statewide election on November 15, 2025.
SB88: Establishes a state park in Terrebonne Parish. (8/1/25) (EN INCREASE GF EX See Note)
Last Action: Effective date 8/1/2025.
Date: 2025-06-11
Author: Michael Fesi (R)
📅 Not Scheduled
SENATE committee amendment technical
Proposes the establishment of Ouiski Bayou State Park in Terrebonne Parish. The bill seeks to amend R.S. 56:1685(C) to include this new park in the official list of state parks, ensuring that all official references incorporate "State Park" as part of its name. If enacted, the legislation will take effect on August 1, 2025.
Establishing Ouiski Bayou as a state park would offer several advantages:
- Conservation and Preservation
- State park status ensures enhanced environmental protection, habitat conservation, and preservation of natural resources within the area.
- Funding and Resources
- State parks typically receive dedicated state funding, grants, and additional resources, enabling infrastructure improvements, maintenance, and development of recreational facilities.
- Economic Benefits
- Increased tourism generated by state parks can stimulate local economies, attracting visitors and boosting revenue for nearby businesses.
- Public Access and Recreation
- Formal designation as a state park improves public access, creating new opportunities for outdoor recreation such as hiking, fishing, boating, and camping.
- Educational Opportunities
- State parks often feature educational programming, guided tours, and informational resources that enhance public awareness about local ecosystems and cultural heritage.
- Community Identity and Prestige
- Official state park recognition can boost local pride, community identity, and promote regional visibility.
SCR26: Requests the secretary of state to review certain presidential executive orders regarding election integrity.
Last Action: Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Senate and Governmental Affairs.
Date: 2025-05-07
Author: 👤 Michael Fesi (R)
Pending: 🏛 Governmental Affairs 7 📅 Not Scheduled
Requests Secretary of State Nancy Landry to review recent presidential executive orders related to election integrity, assess Louisiana's election laws, and recommend any needed changes to ensure fair, free, and unbiased state elections.
SENATE committee amendments [LINK] limit aerial dispersal and application of substances to operations under 1,000 feet above ground level and authorize the Department of Environmental Quality to use Louisiana Air National Guard surveillance capabilities unless prohibited by law.
Aims to prohibit the intentional release of chemicals into Louisiana's atmosphere intended to alter weather, temperature, climate, or sunlight intensity. Exceptions include substances used for firefighting and the aerial application of seeds, fertilizers, or pesticides for agricultural or forestry purposes. The bill also proposes repealing existing laws that allow for the licensing of weather modification activities. If enacted, the law would take effect on August 1, 2025.