THE OFFICIAL JOURNALOF THE
SENATEOF THE
STATE OF LOUISIANA_______
EIGHTEENTH DAY'S PROCEEDINGS_______
Forty-Sixth Regular Session of the LegislatureUnder the Adoption of the
Constitution of 1974_______
Senate ChamberState Capitol
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Monday, May 25, 2020
The Senate was called to order at 5:15 o'clock P.M. by Hon.Patrick Page Cortez, President of the Senate.
Morning Hour
CONVENING ROLL CALL
The roll being called, the following members answered to theirnames: PRESENT
Mr. President Fields MizellAbraham Foil PeacockAllain Harris PopeBarrow Hensgens PriceBernard Hewitt ReeseBouie Johns SmithCarter Luneau TalbotCathey McMath TarverCloud Milligan WardConnick Mills, F. WomackFesi Mills, R. Total - 32
ABSENT
Boudreaux Lambert WhiteHenry MorrisJackson Peterson Total - 7
The President of the Senate announced there were 32 Senatorspresent and a quorum.
Prayer
The prayer was offered by Senator Patrick Connick, followingwhich the Senate joined in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of theUnited States of America.
Reading of the Journal
On motion of Senator McMath, the reading of the Journal wasdispensed with and the Journal of May 22, 2020, was adopted.
Petitions, Memorials andCommunications
The following petitions, memorials and communications werereceived and read:
OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONERSTATE OF LOUISIANA
DIVISION OF ADMINISTRATION
February 19, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident, Louisiana SenateP.O. Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear Mr. President:
In accordance with La. R.S. 42:803, I have reappointed TommyTeague as Chief Executive Officer of the Office of Group Benefitseffective January13, 2020. I hereby submit to you his name forconsideration of Senate Confirmation as required by law.
Mr. Teague's contact information is as follows:
Work address: 1201 North Third Street, Suite G-159 Baton Rouge, LA 70802
If you need additional information, please let me know. Withbest regards, I am
Very truly yours,JAY DARDENNE
Commissioner of Administration
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
March 19, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident of the Senate P.O. Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Cortez:
Effective January 13, 2020, and in accordance with the authoritygranted to me as set forth in R.S. 36:621, et seq., I have reappointed,the following individuals to positions within the LouisianaDepartment of Agriculture and Forestry and, therefore, respectfullyrequest the consent of the Senate:
Confidential AssistantFred E. Bass5825 Florida Boulevard, Suite 2000Baton Rouge, LA 70806VICE: self
Assistant Commissioner - Office of Management and FinanceColonel Dane Kyle Morgan5825 Florida Boulevard, Suite 1000Baton Rouge, LA 70806VICE: self Assistant Commissioner - Office of Agricultural and EnvironmentalSciencesBenjamin Avery Rayburn5825 Florida Boulevard, Suite 5000Baton Rouge, LA 70806VICE: self Deputy CommissionerBrent Robbins, DVM5825 Florida Boulevard, Suite 2000Baton Rouge, LA 70806VICE: self
Assistant Commissioner - Office of Agro-Consumer ServicesStephen O. Sessums, M.D.5825 Florida Boulevard, Suite 5000Baton Rouge, LA 70806VICE: self
Assistant Commissioner - Office of Animal Health and Food SafetyJohn Stanley Walther5825 Florida Boulevard, Suite 4001Baton Rouge, LA 70806VICE: self
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I am confident that each individual meets the qualificationsrequired by law and will serve the State of Louisiana and theDepartment of Agriculture and Forestry honorably. Hence, I submittheir names for consideration of confirmation by the Senate.
Wade Dubea, state forester, will continue to serve as AssistantCommissioner for the Office of Forestry. I am also approvingBradley E. Spicer as Assistant Commissioner of the Office of Soiland Water Conservation and Executive Director of the State Soil andWater Conservation Committee.
Respectfully yours,MIKE STRAIN DVM
Commissioner
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
March 20, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident of the Senate P.O. Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
RE: Appointment of Members to the Louisiana AgriculturalCommodities Commission
Dear President Cortez:
Pursuant to the authority granted to me as set forth in R.S.3:3403, I have appointed the enclosed list of individuals as membersof the Louisiana Agricultural Commodities Commission, and,therefore, respectfully request the consent of the Senate.
I, as Commissioner of Agriculture and Forestry, or my designeehave the honor of servicing as an ex-officio member on thiscommission.
I am confident that these individuals meet the qualificationsrequired by law and will serve the State of Louisiana and theLouisiana Agricultural Commodities Commission honorably. Hence,I submit their names for consideration of confirmation by the Senate.Thank you
Respectfully yours,MIKE STRAIN DVM
Commissioner
Ronald W. "Ronnie" Petree304 North Joseph StreetWelsh, LA 70591POSITION: Louisiana Bankers AssociationTERM: February 24, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: self
Thomas Gibson "Tom" Russell351 Highway 3264Jonesville, LA 71343POSITION: Louisiana Ag Industries AssociationTERM: February 24, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: self
Robert A. "Bobby" Hanks1096 Roy LeBlanc Rd.Rayne, LA 70578POSITION: Louisiana Rice Millers AssociationTERM: February 24, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: self
Kevin Webb19260 Highway 101Iowa, LA 70647POSITION: Louisiana Rice Driers Association
TERM: February 24, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: self
F. Ryan Ellington4270 Front StreetWinnsboro, LA 71295POSITION: Commodity TraderTERM: February 24, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Ater
Ross Girtman717 Providence ParkSterlington, LA 71280POSITION: Cotton merchant at-LargeTERM: February 24, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Ellington
Donald M. Schexnayder3370 Poydras Bayou DrivePort Allen, LA 70767POSITION: Louisiana Cotton and Grain Association-SoybeanTERM: February 24, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: self
Donald J. Berken616 South Joeseph StreetWelsh, LA 70591POSITION: American Rice GrowersTERM: February 24, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: self
Stephen Logan13116 Adger RoadGilliam, LA 71029POSITION: Louisiana Farm Bureau FederationTERM: February 24, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: self
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
March 23, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident of the Senate P.O. Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
RE: Appointment of the Louisiana Board of Animal Health
Dear President Cortez:
Effective March 4, 2020, and pursuant to the authority grantedto me as set forth in Louisiana Revised Statutes 3:2091, I haveappointed the enclosed list of individuals as members of theLouisiana Board of Animal Health. I respectfully request the consentof the Senate.
I, as Commissioner of Agriculture and Forestry, have the honorof serving as an ex officio member. I am confident that eachindividual meets the qualifications required by law and will serve theState of Louisiana and the Louisiana Board of Animal Healthhonorably. Hence, I submit their names for consideration ofconfirmation by the Senate. Thank you.
Respectfully yours,MIKE STRAIN DVM
Commissioner
James C. "Clark" Cooper, DVM5257 New Natchitoches RoadWest Monroe, LA. 71292POSITION: Senate Agriculture Chairman's
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TERM: ConcurrentVICE: Self
Dan Cason1680 Hwy 515Coushatta, La. 71019POSITION: House Agriculture Chairman's TERM: Concurrent VICE: Maxwell Lea, DVM
Kurt CazayouxP.O. Box 82484Lafayette, La. 70598POSITION: LA Meat Goat AssociationTERM: ConcurrentVICE: Donna Jean Heinrich
Anna Chapman, DVMSkip Bertman DriveBaton Rouge, LA 70803POSITION: Louisiana Sheep Producers AssociationTERM: ConcurrentVICE: Self
Thomas B. EarlyP. O. Box 24650New Orleans, LA 70184POSITION: Louisiana Thoroughbred AssociationTERM: ConcurrentVICE: Self
Craig D. Fontenot, DVM2751 Vidrine RoadVille Platte, LA 70586POSITION: Louisiana Veterinary Medical AssociationTERM: ConcurrentVICE: Self
Joseph H. "Butch" Racca Jr.852 LeDoux RoadIowa, LA 70647POSITION: Louisiana Pork ProducersTERM: ConcurrentVICE: Self
William E. "Bill" Holdman215 Industrial PkwyWest Monroe, LA 71291POSITION: Exotic animal farmer licensed pursuant to 3:3102TERM: ConcurrentVICE: Self
Dale Cambre18000 LA Hwy 16Port Vincent, LA 70726POSITION: Louisiana Cattleman's Association Commercial BreederTERM: ConcurrentVICE: Randy Toups
Vendal Fairchild4325 HWY 582Oak Grove, LA 71263POSITION: Louisiana Cattleman's Association Purebred BreederTERM: ConcurrentVICE: Gary Green, DVM
John Van Bennett563 Tucker Store RoadSpearsville. LA 71277POSITION: Louisiana Farm Bureau Poultry GrowerTERM: ConcurrentVICE: Self
Frederick "Nickey" Smith14130 Hwy 450Franklinton LA 70438POSITION: Louisiana Farm Bureau Cattle ProducerTERM: ConcurrentVICE: Bob Pitre Giles Brown1120 Gaytine RoadRagley, LA 70657POSITION: Louisiana Livestock Marketing Association TERM: ConcurrentVICE: Self
Rayburn Smith103 Smith-Thomas RoadNatchitoches LA 71457POSITION: Commissioners Livestock Dealer NomineeTERM: ConcurrentVICE: Self
Cyd A. CollinsP.O. Box 707Arcadia, LA 71001POSITION: Louisiana Poultry Federation TERM: ConcurrentVICE: Self
Lennie L. "Tim" Crawford Jr.P.O. Box 599Covington LA 70433POSITION: Louisiana Meat Packers AssociationTERM: ConcurrentVICE: Self
Law PonderP.O. Box 1241Amite, LA 70422POSITION: Commissioners At Large NomineeTERM: ConcurrentVICE: Self
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
March 18, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident of the Senate P.O. Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Cortez:
Re: Reappointment of Director of Boll Weevil EradicationCommission
Dear President Cortez:
Effective January 13, 2020, and in accordance with the authoritygranted to me as set forth in R.S. 3:1604(I), I have reappointed MarcBordelon as Director of the Boll Weevil Eradication Commission,within the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry and,therefore, respectfully request the required consent of the Senate.
Director of Boll Weevil Eradication CommissionMarc Stephen Bordelon 598 Highway 1195Marksville, LA 71351VICE: self
I am confident that Marc meets the qualifications required bylaw and will serve the State of Louisiana and the Department of
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Agriculture and Forestry honorably. Hence, I submit his name forconsideration of confirmation by the Senate. Thank you.
Respectfully yours,MIKE STRAIN DVM
Commissioner
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
March 20, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident of the Senate P.O. Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Re: Appointment of Members and Alternates to the Louisiana DairyIndustry Promotion Board
Dear President Cortez:
Pursuant to the authority granted to me as set forth in La. R.S.3:4154. I have appointed the enclosed list of individuals as membersand alternates of the Louisiana Dairy Industry Promotion Board and,therefore, respectfully request the consent of the Senate.
I, as Commissioner of Agriculture and Forestry, or my designee, havethe honor of serving as an ex officio member of this board. I amconfident that each individual meets the qualifications required bylaw and will serve the State of Louisiana and the Louisiana DairyIndustry Promotion Board honorably. Hence, I submit their names forconsideration of confirmation by the Senate. Thank you.
Respectfully yours,MIKE STRAIN DVM
Commissioner
Matt Travis70169 Milburn Grace Rd.Kentwood, LA 70444POSITION: member, Area 2 Dairy ProducerTERM: January 29, 2020 - concurrentVICE: Self
Charles Malcolm Wagner17157 Highway 1057Kentwood, LA 70444POSITION: alternate for Travis, Area 2 Dairy ProducerTERM: January 29, 2020 - concurrentVICE: Daryl E. Robertson
Robert M. Sharkey Jr.1199 Highway 10Greensburg, LA 70441POSITION: member, Area 2 Dairy ProducerTERM: January 29, 2020 - concurrentVICE: Self
Daryl E. RobertsonP.O. Box 605Pine Grove, LA 70453POSITION: alternate for R. Sharkey, Area 2 Dairy ProducerTERM: January 29, 2020 - concurrentVICE: Joy Womack
Susie S. Sharkey70342 Kennedy RoadKentwood, LA 70444POSITION: member, Area 2 Dairy ProducerTERM: January 29, 2020 - concurrentVICE: Self
Stewart J. LeBlanc12198 Highway 440Kentwood, LA 70444POSITION: alternate for S. Sharkey, Area 2 Dairy ProducerTERM: January 29, 2020 - concurrentVICE: Vacant (Steven Branch)
Michael Houeye12110 Houeye RoadRoseland, LA 70456POSITION: member, Area 2 Dairy ProducerTERM: January 29, 2020 - concurrentVICE: Mack Brown
Henry A. Capdeboscq Jr.58451 Highway 445Husser, LA 70442POSITION: alternate for Houeye, Area 2 Dairy ProducerTERM: January 29, 2020 - concurrentVICE: Vacant (Paul B. Alford, Sr.)
Darrell Sinagra63825 Dummyline RoadAmite, LA 70422POSITION: member, Area 2 Dairy ProducerTERM: January 29, 2020 - concurrentVICE: Vacant (Kenneth Ray Gill)
Aubrey Dale Cooper20324 Highway 440Kentwood, LA 70444POSITION: alternate for Sinagra, Area 2 Dairy ProducerTERM: January 29, 2020 - concurrentVICE: John Gary Ingraffia Arvin Decker615 Willow Branch RoadDeRidder, LA 70634Not Farming Sold DairyPOSITION: member, Area 1 Dairy ProducerTERM: January 29, 2020 - concurrentVICE: Vacant (Donald B. "Donnie" Fisher)
Randall G. "Randy" Morell4743 Highway 169Mooringsport, LA 71060POSITION: member, Area 1 Dairy ProducerTERM: January 29, 2020 - concurrentVICE: Vacant (Harvey Burford)
Taylor E. Miller, III6255 Highway 132Baskin, LA 71219POSITION: member, Area 1 Dairy ProducerTERM: January 29, 2020 - concurrentVICE: Vacant (Jerry Simpson)
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
March 19, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident of the Senate P.O. Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Re: Appointment of Members and Alternates to the Louisiana EggCommission
Dear President Cortez:
Pursuant to the authority granted to me as set forth in La. R.S. 3:837,I have appointed the enclosed list of individuals as members and
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alternates of the Louisiana Egg Commission and, therefore,respectfully request the consent of the Senate. I, as Commissioner ofAgriculture and Forestry, am honored serve as an ex officio member.
I am confident that each individual meets the qualifications requiredby law and will serve the State of Louisiana and the Louisiana EggCommission honorably. Hence, I submit their names forconsideration of confirmation by the Senate. Thank you.
Respectfully yours,MIKE STRAIN DVM
Commissioner
Jeanette Eisworth13554 Lovette RoadBaton Rouge, LA 70818POSITION: Member, Public at LargeTERM: March 3, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Self
Jerry D. Barnum Sr.P.O. Box 820Pine Grove, LA 70453POSITION: Member, Active Egg ProducerTERM: March 3, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Self
Christopher D. "Chris" Trahan6742 Silver SpringsGreenwell Springs, LA 70739POSITION: Alternate, Acive Egg ProducerTERM: March 3, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Self
Dr. Ashley B. Edwards8105 Tom BowmanAlexandria, LA 71302POSITION: Member, Knowledge of Egg IndustryTERM: March 3, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Self
Dr. Dennis R. Ingram1928 Michael Delving RoadBaton Rouge, LA 70810POSITION: Alternate, Knowledge of Egg IndustryTERM: March 3, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Self
Joshua P. "Josh" YarboroughP.O. Box 3374Baton Rouge, LA 70821POSITION: Member, Knowledge of Egg IndustryTERM: March 3, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Self
Patrick YarboroughP.O. Box 3374Baton Rouge, LA 70821POSITION: Alternate, Knowledge of Egg IndustryTERM: March 3, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Self
Corey Davis263 Cal-Maine RoadPine Grove, LA 70453POSITION: Member, Active Egg ProducerTERM: March 3, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Self
Joseph "Trent" Vinci263 Cal-Maine RoadPine Grove, LA 70453POSITION: Alternate, Active Egg Producer
TERM: March 3, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Duvall
John Lalla300 Mouton StreetNew Orleans, LA 70124POSITION: Member, Active DistributorTERM: March 3, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Self
Anne Babin321 West 10th StreetReserve, LA 70084POSITION: Alternate, Active DistributorTERM: March 3, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Vacant
Mark G. Westmoland18013 Manchac PlacePrairieville, LA 70769POSITION: Member, Active DistributorTERM: March 3, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Self
Mark Mains6240 Morning DoveBaton Rouge, LA 70817POSITION: Alternate, Active DistributorTERM: March 3, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Self
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
March 23, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident of the Senate P.O. Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Re: Appointment of Members to the Horticulture Commission ofLouisiana
Dear President Cortez:
Pursuant to the authority granted to me as set forth in R.S. 3:3801. Ihave appointed the enclosed list of individuals to the HorticultureCommission of Louisiana and, therefore, respectfully request theconsent of the Senate.
I am confident that these individuals meet the qualifications requiredby law and will serve the State of Louisiana and the HorticultureCommission of Louisiana honorably. Hence, I submit their namesfor consideration of confirmation by the Senate. Thank you.
Respectfully yours,MIKE STRAIN DVM
Commissioner
Joseph R. "Rob" Barry IIIP.O. Box 228Sunset, LA 70584POSITION: Licensed wholesale nurserymanTERM: March 17, 2020 - December 31, 2023VICE: self
Daniel P. JohnsonGreenman Dan, IncP.O. Box 73202Metairie, LA 70033POSITION: Licensed landscape irrigation contractorTERM: March 17, 2020 - December 31, 2023VICE: J. Hopper
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Mitchell A. "Mitch" Mayes8680 Perkins RoadBaton Rouge, LA 70810POSITION: Nursery stock dealerTERM: March 17, 2020 - December 31, 2023VICE: self
Russell G. "Rusty" Ruckstuhl Jr. 124 Beau Pre RoadLafayette, LA 70506POSITION: Landscape horticulturistTERM: December 2, 2019 - December 31, 2022VICE: self
Cole SimsP.O. Box 471Mer Rouge, LA 71261POSITION: Sod Grower TERM: December 2, 2019 - December 31, 2022VICE: self
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
March 23, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident of the Senate P.O. Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Re: Appointment of Members to the Louisiana AdvisoryCommission on Pesticides
Dear President Cortez:
Effective February 12, 2020 and pursuant to the authority granted tome as set forth in La. R.S. 3:3211. I have appointed the enclosed listof individuals as members of the Louisiana Advisory Commission onPesticides and, therefore, respectfully request the consent of theSenate.
I am confident that each individual meets the qualifications requiredby law and will serve the State of Louisiana and the LouisianaAdvisory Commission on Pesticides honorably. Hence, I submit theirnames for consideration of confirmation by the Senate. Thank you.
Respectfully yours,MIKE STRAIN DVM
Commissioner
George A. BraggWBR Mosquito Control1043 6th StreetPort Allen, LA 70767POSITION: Louisiana Mosquito Control AssociationTERM: February 12, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Self
Dr. Grady E. CoburnP.O. Box 556Lecompte, LA 71346POSITION: Louisiana Agricultural Consultants' AssociationTERM: February 12, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Self
Virginia M. "Jenny" Buller930 Cotton Patch RoadBunkie, LA 71322POSITION: Louisiana Agricultural Industries AssociationTERM: February 12, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Self
Martin David Floyd2044 Bayou RoadCheneyville, LA 71325POSITION: Louisiana Wildlife FederationTERM: February 12, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Self
William A. "Billy" Guthrie, Jr.144 Peacock LaneSt. Joseph, LA 71366POSITION: Farmer-at -LargeTERM: February 12, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Self
Dr. Kenneth E. McMartin1501 Kings Highway Dept. of Pharmacology, Toxicology & NeuroscienceShreveport, LA 71103POSITION: Society of ToxicologyTERM: February 12, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Dr. Sharon Meyer
Ryan P. Waguespack21320 Highway 20Vacherie, LA 70090POSITION: Pesticides Sale Person-at-LargeTERM: February 12, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Keith Majure
Herman S. "Scotty" MeadorP.O. Box 420Mer Rouge, LA 71261POSITION: Louisiana Agricultural Aviation AssociationTERM: February 12, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Self
John C. "Johnny" Landry, Jr.6951 LA Highway 1Belle Rose, LA 70341POSITION: LA Farm BureauTERM: February 12, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Self
Brent Newman3801 Canal Street, Suite 400New Orleans, LA 70119POSITION: Louisiana Audubon SocietyTERM: February 12, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Gary Ross
Charles Roby ShieldsP.O. Box 83812Baton Rouge, LA 70884POSITION: Louisiana Vegetation Management AssociationTERM: February 12, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Self
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
March 23, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident of the Senate P.O. Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Re: Appointment of Members to the Louisiana StrawberryMarketing Board
Dear President Cortez:
Pursuant to the authority granted to me as set forth in La. R.S.3:730.3. I have appointed the enclosed list of individuals as members
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of the Louisiana Strawberry Marketing Board effective March 2,2020 and, therefore, respectfully request the consent of the Senate.
Ms. Shelley Matherne, Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival Chairperson;Charlie Hutchinson, Ph.D., LSU Hammond Experiment Station andI, as Commissioner of Agriculture and Forestry are honored to serveas ex officio members of the board.
I am confident that each individual meets the qualifications requiredby law and will serve the State of Louisiana and the LouisianaStrawberry Marketing Board honorably. Hence, I submit their namesfor consideration of confirmation by the Senate. Thank you.
Respectfully yours,MIKE STRAIN DVM
Commissioner
William E. Fletcher22119 Mayhaw LanePonchatoula, LA 70454POSITION: ProducerTERM: ConcurrentVICE: Self
John B. "Trey" HarrisP.O. Box 35Springfield, LA 70462POSITION: ProducerTERM: ConcurrentVICE: Vacant (Dale Carona)
Heather Hughes11215 Lees LaneHammond, LA 70401POSITION: ProducerTERM: ConcurrentVICE: Vacant (Edward Faust)
Kevin LiuzzaP.O. Box 446Amite, LA 70422POSITION: ProducerTERM: ConcurrentVICE: Self
Mark Liuzza181 Ragusa RoadIndependence, LA 70443POSITION: ProducerTERM: ConcurrentVICE: Self
Stacey Miller40121 Drude RoadPonchatoula, LA 70454POSITION: ConsumerTERM: ConcurrentVICE: Vacant (David W. Atkins)
Eric Morrow22602 Fletcher RoadPonchatoula, LA 70454POSITION: ProducerTERM: ConcurrentVICE: Self
Heather E. Robertson22061 Robertson LanePonchatoula, LA 70454POSITION: ProducerTERM: ConcurrentVICE: Self
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
March 24, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident of the Senate P.O. Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Re: Appointment of Members to the Structural Pest ControlCommission
Dear President Cortez:
Effective February 13, 2020 and pursuant to the authority granted tome as set forth in La. R.S. 3:3363(B), I have appointed the followingindividuals as members of the Structural Pest Control Commissionand, therefore, respectfully request the consent of the Senate.
Dr. James Ottea404 Life Sciences Bldg., Room 4040, LSUBaton Rouge, LA 70803POSITION: Member of Faculty of Entomology-LSUTERM: February 13, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Self
Jarrod Horton2832 Falmoth DriveShreveport, LA 71106POSITION: Licensed Structural Pest Control OperatorTERM: February 13, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Kunst
Edward Reynolds13433 Seymour Meyers Road, Suite 2Covington, LA 70433POSITION: Licensed Structural Pest Control OperatorTERM: February 13, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Arceneaux
Benjamin Rayburn, Assistant Commissioner of the Office ofAgricultural and Environmental Sciences and I, as Commissioner ofAgriculture and Forestry, serve as ex officio members.
I am confident that each individual meets the qualifications requiredby law and will serve the State of Louisiana and the Structural PestControl Commission honorably. Hence, I submit their names forconsideration of confirmation by the Senate. Thank you.
Respectfully yours,MIKE STRAIN DVM
Commissioner
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
March 18, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident of the Senate P.O. Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Cortez:
Re: Reappointment of the Director of the Commission of Weightsand Measures
Dear President Cortez:
Effective January 13, 2020, and in accordance with the authoritygranted to me as set forth in R.S. 3:4603(I), I have appointed Dr.Bobby Fletcher as Director of the Commission of Weights and
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Measures within the Louisiana Department of Agriculture andForestry and, therefore, respectfully request the required consent ofthe Senate.
Bobby Hugh Fletcher Jr., PhD9534 Corinth StreetBaton Rouge, La, 70809 VICE: self
I am confident that this gentleman meets the qualificationsrequired by law and will serve the State of Louisiana and theDepartment of Agriculture and Forestry honorably. Hence, I submithis name for consideration of confirmation by the Senate. Thank you.
Respectfully yours,MIKE STRAIN DVM
Commissioner
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
March 18, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident of the Senate P.O. Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Cortez:
Re: Reappointment of the Assistant Director of the Commission ofWeights and Measures
Dear President Cortez:
Effective January 13, 2020, and in accordance with the authoritygranted to me as set forth in R.S. 3:4603(I), I have reappointed PaulFloyd as Assistant Director of the Commission of Weights andMeasures within the Louisiana Department of Agriculture andForestry and, therefore, respectfully request the required consent ofthe Senate.
Assistant Director of the Commission of Weights and MeasuresPaul C. Floyd618 St. Tammany StreetBaton Rouge, LA 70806VICE: self
I am confident that this gentleman meets the qualificationsrequired by law and will serve the State of Louisiana and theDepartment of Agriculture and Forestry honorably. Hence, I submithis name for consideration of confirmation by the Senate. Thank you
Respectfully yours,MIKE STRAIN DVM
Commissioner
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
March 19, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident of the Louisiana SenateP.O. Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Re: Appointment of Members and Alternates to the LouisianaCommission on Weights and Measures
Dear President Cortez:
Pursuant to the authority granted to me as set forth in R.S. 3:4603. Ihave appointed the enclosed list of individuals to the Louisiana
Commission on Weights and Measures and, therefore, respectfullyrequest the consent of the Senate.
I am confident that these individuals meet the qualifications requiredby law and will serve the State of Louisiana and the LouisianaCommission on Weights and Measures honorably. Hence, I submit their names for consideration of confirmation by the Senate.Thank you.
Respectfully yours,MIKE STRAIN DVM
Commissioner
Dane L. Hebert5569 Alfred RoadMaurice, LA 70555POSITION: member, agriculture industries involving sales, weight,measure and countTERM: January 21, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: B. Terral
Copper Alvarez230 South Lakeshore DriveBaton Rouge, LA 70808POSITION: alternate, agriculture industries involving sales, weight,measure and countTERM: January 21, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: D. Hebert
John D. "Dave" George3210 NE Evangeline ThruwayLafayette, LA 70507POSITION: member, commercial weighing and measuring devicesales and service industriesTERM: Janary 21, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: self
Charles L. "Lucien" Jarreau Jr.1713 Lafitte DriveLaPlace, LA 70068POSITION: alternate, commercial weighing and measuring devicesales and service industriesTERM: Janary 21, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: self
Nolan C. Percy5811 Highland RoadSt. Francisville, LA 70775POSITION: member, consumer from the state at largeTERM: Janary 21, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: self
Robert N. "Neil" Henderson, DVM939 Highway 171Stonewall, LA 70178POSITION: member, consumer from the state at largeTERM: Janary 21, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Coreil
VACANTPOSITION: alternate, consumer from the state at largeTERM: ConcurrentVICE: N. Henderson
Charles S. "Scott" Simonson5902 General Diaz StreetNew Orleans, LA 70124POSITION: alternate, consumer from the state at largeTERM: Janary 21, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: self
Tommy B. "Bo" Haring110 Otwell LaneWinnsboro, LA 70775
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POSITION: member, Louisiana Ag Industries AssociationTERM: Janary 21, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: self
Christy N. Ingram2084 LR Hatton RoadWinnsboro, LA 71295POSITION: alternate, Louisiana Ag Industries AssociationTERM: Janary 21, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: self
Frank A. Lopinto58449 Highway 51Amite, LA 70422POSITION: member, Louisiana Livestock Markets AssociationTERM: Janary 21, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: self
Jesse A. MageeP.O. Box 456Coushatta, LA 71019POSITION: alternate, Louisiana Livestock Markets AssociationTERM: Janary 21, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: self
Justin B. Alford9611 Airline HighwayBaton Rouge, LA 70815POSITION: member, Louisiana Oil Marketers and ConvenienceStore AssociationTERM: Janary 21, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: self
Courtney B. "Blake" Robert5423 Highway 44Gonzales, LA 70737POSITION: alternate, Louisiana Oil Marketers and ConvenienceStore AssociationTERM: Janary 21, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: self
Milton S. "Mickey" Freiberg Jr.224 Amherst AvenueBaton Rouge, LA 70808POSITION: member, Louisiana Restaurant AssociationTERM: Janary 21, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: B. Girardot
Felton M. Jones Jr.2150 Wellington LaneSlidell, LA 70461POSITION: alternate, Louisiana Restaurant AssociationTERM: Janary 21, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: Frieberg
Mark G. Westmoland18013 Manchac PlacePrairieville, LA 70769POSITION: member, Louisiana Retailers AssociationTERM: January 21, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: self
Calcote H. "Cal" Simpson11733 Sun Belt CourtBaton Rouge, LA 70809, LA 70809POSITION: alternate, Louisiana Retailers AssociationTERM: January 21, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: self
Larry D. Terrell14405 South Lakeshore DriveCovington, LA 70435
POSITION: member, non-agricultural manufacturing, processing,packing or distribution industries which are commercial weighingand measureing device usersTERM: Janary 21, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: self
Andre' Ledoux218 Bocage DriveThibodaux, LA 70301POSITION: alternate, non-agricultural manufacturing, processing,packing or distribution industries which are commercial weighingand measureing device usersTERM: Janary 21, 2020 - ConcurrentVICE: self
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF CHILDRENAND FAMILY SERVICES
February 11, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page Cortez PresidentLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
RE: Senate Confirmation
Dear Senator Cortez:
In accordance with Louisiana Revised Statute 36:475, I haveappointed Terri Porche Ricks as the Deputy Secretary for theLouisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS).
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointmentto DCFS and submit to you the name for consideration of Senateconfirmation as required by law.
DEPUTY SECRETARY (Effective January 13, 2020)Terri Porche Ricks627 North 4th StreetBaton Rouge, LA 70802
Thank you in advance for your attention to this importantmatter, and please contact me should you have any additionalquestions.
Sincerely,MARKETA GARNER WALTERS
Secretary
LOUISIANA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
February 12, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page Cortez, PresidentLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear Senator Cortez and Members of the Senate:
In accordance with Louisiana Revised Statute 36: 105, I haveappointed Mr. Brad Lambert as deputy secretary of the Departmentof Economic Development.
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointmentto the Department of Economic Development and submit to you thename for consideration of Senate confirmation as required by law.
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DEPUTY SECRETARY(Effective January 13, 2020)Mr. Brad Lambert617 North 3rd Street, 11th FloorBaton Rouge, LA 70802
Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter,and please contact me should you have any questions or needadditional information.
Sincerely,DON PIERSON
Secretary
STATE BOARD OF ELEMENTARY ANDSECONDARY EDUCATION
May 20, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Cortez, PresidentLouisiana State SenateState CapitolP.O. Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Re: Senate Confirmation of the State Superintendent of Education
Dear Senator Cortez:
In accordance with mandates of the Louisiana Constitution and Titles17 and 36 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes, the Board of Elementaryand Secondary Education (BESE) has appointed the followingindividual to the position of Louisiana State Superintendent ofEducation, and therefore, respectfully request the consent of theSenate.
Superintendent of Education(Effective May 20, 2020)Dr. Cade BrumleyP.O. Box 94064Baton Rouge LA 70804
Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter, andplease contact the BESE office should you have any questions orneed additional information.
Sincerely,SANDY HOLLOWAY
President
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
January 28, 2020
President Page CortezLouisiana SenateP.O. Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Re: Superintendent of the Special School District
Dear President Cortez:
In accordance with R.S. 36:648.1(A), I have appointed Mr.Ernest E. Garrett, III to serve as the Superintendent of the SpecialSchool District. The date of the appointment is September 3, 2019.
Mr. Garrett's contact information is as follows:
Mr. Ernest E. Garrett III525 Lafayette StreetBaton Rouge, LA 70802
Thank you for your attention to this matter. If I can be of anyassistance, please do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,JOHN WHITE
State Superintendent of Education
STATE OF LOUISIANADEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
February 14, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident of the SenateLouisiana State Senate900 North 3rd StreetBaton Rouge, Louisiana 70802
Re: Senate Confirmation of Appointed Department Secretary
Dear Senator Cortez,
In accordance with Louisiana Revised Statue 36:235, I haveappointed Ms. Denise Bennett as Deputy Secretary of the LouisianaDepartment of Environmental Quality.
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointmentto the Department of Environmental Quality and respectfully submitto you the name for consideration of Senate confirmation as requiredby law:
DEPUTY SECRETARYDenise Bennett602 N. Fifth StreetBaton Rouge, LA 70802Appointed: 01/13/2020Vice: Self
It is my belief that the aforementioned individual is eminentlyqualified to serve in this position; and that she brings uniqueexperiences, knowledge, and insight to the department. Thank you inadvance for your attention to this important matter, and pleasecontact me should you have any questions or need additionalinformation
Sincerely,CHUCK CARR BROWN, PH.D.
Secretary
FLORIDA PARISHES JUVENILE JUSTICE COMMISSION
June 7, 2019
Honorable John A. Alario Jr., PresidentLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Re: Florida Parishes Juvenile Justice Commission
Dear Senator Alario:
Pursuant to R. S. 15:1094.1(A), David M. Duke was appointedjointly by the judges of the 22nd Judicial District Judges to serve asa commissioner on the Florida Parishes Juvenile Justice Commission.
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointmentand submit to you the name for consideration of Senate confirmationas required by law.
David M. DukeP. O. Box 1179Bogalusa, La 70429Appointed jointly by the 22nd Judicial District Judges
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Appointed: June 07, 2019Term: February 28, 2023Vice: Self
Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter.Please contact me should you have any questions or need additionalinformation.
Sincerely,TONIA DELEON
Secretary
FLORIDA PARISHES JUVENILE JUSTICE COMMISSION
June 6, 2019
Honorable John A. Alario Jr., PresidentLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Re: Florida Parishes Juvenile Justice Commission
Dear Senator Alario:
Pursuant to R. S. 15:1094.1(A), the District Attorney of theTwenty-Second Judicial District has appointed Mr. Peter Frey toserve as a commissioner on the Florida Parishes Juvenile JusticeCommission.
In that regard, we hereby acknowledge the followingappointment and submit to you the name for consideration of Senateconfirmation as required by law.
Mr. Peter Frey540 Kimberly Ann DriveMandeville, La 70471Appointed by 22nd Judicial District AttorneyAppointed: June 11, 2019Term: June 11, 2023Vice: Self
Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter.Please contact me should you have any questions or need additionalinformation.
Sincerely,TONIA DELEON
Secretary
FLORIDA PARISHES JUVENILE JUSTICE COMMISSION
February 28, 2020
Honorable Page Cortez., PresidentLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Re: Florida Parishes Juvenile Justice Commission
Dear Senator Alario:
Pursuant to R. S. 15:1094.1(A), the District Attorney of theTwenty-Second Judicial District has appointed Mr. Peter Frey toserve as a commissioner on the Florida Parishes Juvenile JusticeCommission.
In that regard, we hereby acknowledge the followingappointment and submit to you the name for consideration of Senateconfirmation as required by law.
Kathleen Wilkin604 Eagle DriveSlidell, La 70461Appointed Jointly by Bogalusa and Slidell City CourtsAppointed: June 07, 2019Term: June 13, 2021 Vice: Vacant (Joseph Harvin)
Thank you in advance for your attention to this importantmatter. Please contact me should you have any questions or needadditional information.
Sincerely,TONIA DELEON
Secretary
State of LouisianaHouse of Representatives
February 27, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page Cortez PresidentLouisiana State Senate P. O. Box 94183 Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9183
Re: Group Benefits Policy and Planning Board appointment
Dear President Cortez:
This letter is to advise you that I have appointed RepresentativeChad Brown, Mr. Tony Murray and Mr. Kenneth Krefft to serve asappointees by the Speaker to the Group Benefits Policy and PlanningBoard, as provided in R.S. 42:882
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointmentsto the Group Benefits Policy and Planning Board and submit to youthe names for consideration of Senate confirmation as required bylaw:
The Honorable Chad BrownState Representative57835 Plaquemine StreetPlaquemine, LA 70764Vice: former Rep. Robert Billiot
Mr. Kenneth Krefft157 Archer Ave.Shreveport, LA 71105Reappointed
Mr. Tony Murray105 Rock Point Cir., W.Pineville, LA 71360Reappointed
Thank you for your attention to this matter. If I or my staff canbe of any assistance to you, please do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,CLAY SCHEXNAYDER
Speaker of the House of Representatives
SENATESTATE OF LOUISIANA
January 24, 2020
Louisiana State SenateState Capitol900 North 3rd StreetBaton Rouge, Louisiana 70802
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RE: Group Benefits Policy and Planning Board
Members of the Senate:
Pursuant to R.S. 42:882, I have appointed Senator LouieBernard, Senator Joseph Bouie Jr., and Senator Kirk Talbot asmembers of the Group Benefits Policy and Planning Board.
I hereby acknowledge the following appointments and submit toyou their names for consideration of Senate confirmation as requiredby law. Senator Louie Bernard, Senator Joseph Bouie Jr., and SenatorKirk Talbot's contact information is as follows:
Honorable Louie BernardState Senator431 Jefferson StreetNatchitoches, LA 71457
Honorable Joseph Bouie Jr.State Senator6305 Elysian Fields Avenue, Suite 400New Orleans, LA 70122
Honorable Kirk TalbotState Senator9523 Jefferson Highway, Suite BRiver Ridge, LA 70123
Thank you for your attention to this important matter. Pleasecontact me should you have any questions or need additionalinformation.
Sincerely,PATRICK PAGE CORTEZ
Senate President
STATE OF LOUISIANALOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
February 12, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresidentLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Re: State Confirmation
Dear Senator Cortez:
In accordance with the Louisiana Revised Statute R.S. 36:255,I have appointed Mark A. Thomas as the Deputy Secretary for theLouisiana Department of Health (LDH).
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointmentto LDH and submit to you the name for consideration of Senateconfirmation as required by law:
DEPUTY SECRETARY (Effective January 31, 2020)Mark A. Thomas628 N. Fourth St.Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter,and please contact me should you have any additional questions.
Sincerely,STEPHEN R. RUSSO
Interim Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Health
GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF HOMELAND SECURITYAND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
STATE OF LOUISIANA
February 11, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page Cortez, PresidentLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear Senator Cortez:
In accordance with Louisiana Revised Statute 29:725, I haveappointed Mr. Casey Tingle as my Deputy Director, Chief of Staff ofthe Governor's Office of Homeland Security and EmergencyPreparedness effective January 13, 2020. I would sincerely appreciatehave Mr. Tingle's name placed on the Senate and GovernmentalAffairs agenda for Senate confirmation. His information is asfollows:
Name: Casey TingleAddress: 7667 Independence Blvd. Baton Rouge, LA 70806Position: Deputy Director, Chief of StaffVice: Self
Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions you mayhave. I look forward to working with you.
Sincerely,JAMES B. WASKOM
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE
March 3, 2020
The Honorable Page CortezPresidentLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Cortez:
In accordance with La. R.S. 36:681 et seq., I have made thefollowing appointment:
Patrick W. BellTitle: Assistant Commissioner for Diversity & OpportunityDepartment of InsuranceMailing Address: 1702 North Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802Appointment Effective: January 13, 2020Vice: self
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge and submit the above listedappointment for Senate confirmation as required by law. Pleasecontact Ms. Stacie Evans, Human Resources Director, at (225)342-0119 to coordinate Senate confirmation.
If further information is needed, please do not hesitate to contactme.
With best wishes and kindest personal regards, I remain
Very truly yours,JAMES J. DONELON
Commissioner of Insurance
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LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCEMarch 3, 2020
The Honorable Page CortezPresidentLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Cortez:
In accordance with La. R.S. 36:681 et seq., I have made thefollowing appointment:
Mary Elizabeth ButlerTitle: Executive Counsel for LegalDepartment of InsuranceMailing Address: 1702 North Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802Appointment Effective: January 13, 2020Vice: self
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge and submit the above listedappointment for Senate confirmation as required by law. Pleasecontact Ms. Stacie Evans, Human Resources Director, at (225)342-0119 to coordinate Senate confirmation.
If further information is needed, please do not hesitate to contactme.
With best wishes and kindest personal regards, I remain
Very truly yours,JAMES J. DONELON
Commissioner of Insurance
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE
March 3, 2020
The Honorable Page CortezPresidentLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Cortez:
In accordance with La. R.S. 36:681 et seq., I have made thefollowing appointment:
Warren E. ByrdTitle: Deputy Commissioner for Property & CasualtyDepartment of InsuranceMailing Address: 1702 North Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802Appointment Effective: January 13, 2020Vice: self
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge and submit the above listedappointment for Senate confirmation as required by law. Pleasecontact Ms. Stacie Evans, Human Resources Director, at (225)342-0119 to coordinate Senate confirmation.
If further information is needed, please do not hesitate to contactme.
With best wishes and kindest personal regards, I remain
Very truly yours,JAMES J. DONELON
Commissioner of Insurance
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE
March 3, 2020
The Honorable Page CortezPresidentLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Cortez:
In accordance with La. R.S. 36:681 et seq., I have made thefollowing appointment:
Caroline G. FletcherTitle: Deputy Commissioner for Financial SolvencyDepartment of InsuranceMailing Address: 1702 North Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802Appointment Effective: January 13, 2020Vice: self (formerly Caroline Brock)
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge and submit the above listedappointment for Senate confirmation as required by law. Pleasecontact Ms. Stacie Evans, Human Resources Director, at (225)342-0119 to coordinate Senate confirmation.
If further information is needed, please do not hesitate to contactme.
With best wishes and kindest personal regards, I remain
Very truly yours,JAMES J. DONELON
Commissioner of Insurance
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE
March 3, 2020
The Honorable Page CortezPresidentLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Cortez:
In accordance with La. R.S. 36:681 et seq., I have made thefollowing appointment:
Susan Denise GardnerTitle: Deputy Commissioner for the Office of Management &FinanceDepartment of InsuranceMailing Address: 1702 North Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802Appointment Effective: January 13, 2020Vice: self
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge and submit the above listedappointment for Senate confirmation as required by law. Pleasecontact Ms. Stacie Evans, Human Resources Director, at (225)342-0119 to coordinate Senate confirmation.
If further information is needed, please do not hesitate to contactme.
With best wishes and kindest personal regards, I remain
Very truly yours,JAMES J. DONELON
Commissioner of Insurance
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LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE
March 3, 2020
The Honorable Page CortezPresidentLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Cortez:
In accordance with La. R.S. 36:681 et seq., I have made thefollowing appointment:
Ron C. HendersonTitle: Deputy Commissioner for Consumer Advocacy & DiversityDepartment of InsuranceMailing Address: 1702 North Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802Appointment Effective: January 13, 2020Vice: self
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge and submit the above listedappointment for Senate confirmation as required by law. Pleasecontact Ms. Stacie Evans, Human Resources Director, at (225)342-0119 to coordinate Senate confirmation.
If further information is needed, please do not hesitate to contactme.
With best wishes and kindest personal regards, I remain
Very truly yours,JAMES J. DONELON
Commissioner of Insurance
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE
March 3, 2020
The Honorable Page CortezPresidentLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Cortez:
In accordance with La. R.S. 36:681 et seq., I have made thefollowing appointment:
Nicholas J. LorussoTitle: Chief Deputy Commissioner for the Office of CommissionerDepartment of InsuranceMailing Address: 1702 North Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802Appointment Effective: January 13, 2020Vice: self
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge and submit the above listedappointment for Senate confirmation as required by law. Pleasecontact Ms. Stacie Evans, Human Resources Director, at (225)342-0119 to coordinate Senate confirmation.
If further information is needed, please do not hesitate to contactme.
With best wishes and kindest personal regards, I remain
Very truly yours,JAMES J. DONELON
Commissioner of Insurance
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE
March 3, 2020
The Honorable Page CortezPresidentLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Cortez:
In accordance with La. R.S. 36:681 et seq., I have made thefollowing appointment:
Frank A. OpelkaTitle: Deputy Commissioner for Health, Life & AnnuityDepartment of InsuranceMailing Address: 1702 North Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802Appointment Effective: January 13, 2020Vice: self
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge and submit the above listedappointment for Senate confirmation as required by law. Pleasecontact Ms. Stacie Evans, Human Resources Director, at (225)342-0119 to coordinate Senate confirmation.
If further information is needed, please do not hesitate to contactme.
With best wishes and kindest personal regards, I remain
Very truly yours,JAMES J. DONELON
Commissioner of Insurance
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE
March 3, 2020
The Honorable Page CortezPresidentLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Cortez:
In accordance with La. R.S. 36:681 et seq., I have made thefollowing appointment:
Matthew B. StewartTitle: Deputy Commissioner for Insurance Fraud & EnforcementDepartment of InsuranceMailing Address: 1702 North Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802Appointment Effective: January 13, 2020Vice: self
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge and submit the above listedappointment for Senate confirmation as required by law. Pleasecontact Ms. Stacie Evans, Human Resources Director, at (225)342-0119 to coordinate Senate confirmation.
If further information is needed, please do not hesitate to contactme.
With best wishes and kindest personal regards, I remain
Very truly yours,JAMES J. DONELON
Commissioner of Insurance
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LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE
March 3, 2020
The Honorable Page CortezPresidentLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Cortez:
In accordance with La. R.S. 36:681 et seq., I have made thefollowing appointment:
John W. ToblerTitle: Deputy Commissioner for Public AffairsDepartment of InsuranceMailing Address: 1702 North Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802Appointment Effective: January 13, 2020Vice: self
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge and submit the above listedappointment for Senate confirmation as required by law. Pleasecontact Ms. Stacie Evans, Human Resources Director, at (225)342-0119 to coordinate Senate confirmation.
If further information is needed, please do not hesitate to contactme.
With best wishes and kindest personal regards, I remain
Very truly yours,JAMES J. DONELON
Commissioner of Insurance
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE
March 3, 2020
The Honorable Page CortezPresidentLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Cortez:
In accordance with La. R.S. 36:681 et seq., I have made thefollowing appointment:
Barry E. WardTitle: Deputy Commissioner for LicensingDepartment of InsuranceMailing Address: 1702 North Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802Appointment Effective: January 13, 2020Vice: self
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge and submit the above listedappointment for Senate confirmation as required by law. Pleasecontact Ms. Stacie Evans, Human Resources Director, at (225)342-0119 to coordinate Senate confirmation.
If further information is needed, please do not hesitate to contactme.
With best wishes and kindest personal regards, I remain
Very truly yours,JAMES J. DONELON
Commissioner of Insurance
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE
March 3, 2020
The Honorable Page CortezPresidentLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Cortez:
In accordance with La. R.S. 36:681 et seq., I have made thefollowing appointment:
Jeffrey W. ZeweTitle: Deputy Commissioner for Consumer ServicesDepartment of InsuranceMailing Address: 1702 North Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802Appointment Effective: January 13, 2020Vice: self
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge and submit the above listedappointment for Senate confirmation as required by law. Pleasecontact Ms. Stacie Evans, Human Resources Director, at (225)342-0119 to coordinate Senate confirmation.
If further information is needed, please do not hesitate to contactme.
With best wishes and kindest personal regards, I remain
Very truly yours,JAMES J. DONELON
Commissioner of Insurance
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE
April 7, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident SenateState of LouisianaPost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear Senator Cortez,
The Louisiana Health Care Commission was created in 1992and each of its members serves a term of two years. Pursuant to theauthority granted to me as set forth in La. R.S. 22:2161, I haveappointed the following individuals as members of the LouisianaHealth Care Commission for the next two-year term:
Jeffrey W. "Jeff" Albright Vice: SelfCEOIndependent Insurance Agents& Brokers of Louisiana18153 East Petroleum DriveBaton Rouge, LA 70809Date Appointed: 10/8/2019Term: 6/30/2021Seat: Independent Insurance Agentsand Brokers of Louisiana
Michael A. Andry Vice: Shondra Williams, DNPCEOEXCELth, Inc.1515 Poydras Street, Suite 1070New Orleans, LA 70112Date Appointed: 12/2/2019
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Term: 12/1/2021Seat: Louisiana Primary Care Association
Kathryn R. "Katie" Brittain, PT, DPT Vice: Self3221 Ryan Street, Suite DLake Charles, LA 70601Date Appointed: 7/1/2019Term: 6/30/2021Seat: Louisiana Physical Therapy Association
Derrell D. Cohoon Vice: Jesse McCormickPrincipal PartnerAmerica's Health Insurance Plans532 Spanish Town RoadBaton Rouge, LA 70802Date Appointed: 10/7/2019Term: 10/6/2021Seat: America's Health Insurance Plan
Lisa Colletti, RN Vice: Patrick Reed, RN8701 Crochet AvenueRiver Ridge, LA 70123Date Appointed: 9/5/2019Term: 9/4/2021Seat: Louisiana State Nurses Association
Diane Davidson Vice: SelfEmployee Benefits ManagerRoy O. Martin LumberP.O. Box 1110Alexandria, LA 71309Date Appointed: 7/1/19Term: 6/30/2021Seat: Louisiana Business Group on Health
Rachel A. Durel, DDS Vice: Self335 Doucet Rd., Suite BLafayette, LA 70503-3497Date Appointed: 1/31/2020Term: 6/30/2021Seat: Louisiana Dental Association
Jack E. Duvernay, RHU Vice: Stephanie PhillipsBenefitsOne714 Millikens BendCovington, LA 70433Date Appointed: 12/15/2019Term: 12/14/2021Seat: Louisiana Association of Health Underwriters
Susan H. Ellender Vice: Clay PinsonVice President, Client RelationsAssociated Benefits Consulting#1 Galleria Boulevard, Suite 1900Metairie, LA 70001Date Appointed: 10/6/2019Term: 10/5/2021Seat: Louisiana Association of Business and Industry
John F. Fraiche, MD Vice: SelfPresident and Chief Executive OfficerSt. Elizabeth Hospital Physicians15151 Highland RoadBaton Rouge, LA 70810Date Appointed: 7/1/2019Term: 6/30/2021Seat: At-Large Appointment
Lisa Gardner Vice: Self2511 Terrace AvenueBaton Rouge, LA 70806Date Appointed: 1/29/2020Term: 6/30/2021Seat: Louisiana Nursing Home Association
Arnold M. Goldberg Vice: Self330 Rue St. PeterMetairie, LA 70005Date Appointed: 7/1/2019Term: 6/30/2021Seat: At-Large Appointment
L. Faye Grimsley, PHD, MSPH, CIH Vice: SelfAssociate Professor and Head Public Health Sciences AssociateChair, Division of Biological and Applied Health Sciences XavierUniversity of LouisianaDate Appointed: 2/21/2020Term: 6/30/2021Seat: Louisiana Association of Independent Colleges & Universities (Xavier University)
Linda P. Hawkins Vice: Self22271 Main StreetAbita Springs, LA 70420Date Appointed: 9/5/2019Term: 6/30/2021Seat: League of Women Voters of Louisiana
Jesse Lambert, PsyD Vice: Self10317 Taylor Sheets RoadSaint Amant, LA 70774-4027Date Appointed: 9/21/2019Term: 6/30/2021Seat: Louisiana Psychological Association
Eva M. Lamendola, OD Vice: Self1004 West Highway 30, Suite AGonzales, LA 70737Date Appointed: 9/5/2019Term: 6/30/2021Seat: Optometry Association of Louisiana
B. Ronnell Nolan, HIA, CHRS Vice: SelfPresident and Chief Executive Officer Post Office Box 65128Baton Rouge, LA 70896Date Appointed: 10/17/2019Term: 6/30/2021Seat: Health Agents for America, Inc.
Frank OpelkaPost Office Box 94214 Vice: (Vacant) Korey HarveyBaton Rouge, LA 70804-9214Appointed: 7/1/2019Term: 6/30/2021Seat: Ex-Officio; Designee of the Commissioner of Insurance
John Overton Vice: SelfChief Financial OfficerTurn Key Solutions11911 Justice AvenueBaton Rouge, LA 70816Date Appointed: 9/3/2019Term: 6/30/2021Seat: National Federation of Independent Businesses
Edwin R. "Ed" Parker Vice: Self429 Government StreetBaton Rouge, LA 70802Date Appointed: 9/5/2019Term: 6/30/2021Seat: Louisiana AFL-CIO
Debra Rushing Vice: SelfeQHealth Solutions8591 United Plaza Boulevard, Suite 270Baton Rouge, LA 70809Date Appointed: 10/4/2019Term: 6/30/2021
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Seat: Louisiana's Medicare Peer Review Organization as designatedby the Health Care Financing Administration
James C. "Butch" Sonnier, BS, DC Vice: SelfSonnier Chiropractic Clinic143 Lee Drive, Suite 1Baton Rouge, LA 70808Date Appointed: 9/3/2019Term: 6/30/2021Seat: Chiropractic Association of Louisiana
Judy Wagner Vice: Self625 St. Charles Ave., 6CNew Orleans, LA 70130Date Appointed: 7/1/2019Term: 6/30/2021Seat: At-Large Appointment
Frances R. Wiggins, D.D.S. Vice: Marlon D. Henderson, D.D.S.24310 Eden StreetPlaquemine, LA 70764Date Appointed: 12/16/2019Term: 12/15/2021Seat: National Dental Association
I hereby submit the above listed appointments for Senateconfirmation as required by law.
The following are appointed as ex-officio members:
The Honorable Rick Ward III Vice: SelfLouisiana State Senator3741 Highway 1Port Allen, LA 70767Date Appointed: 9/4/2019Term: 6/30/2021Seat: Louisiana State Senate, Senate Committee on Insurance
The Honorable John R. Illg Jr. Vice: The HonorableMichael P. Huval
9523 Jefferson HighwaySuite ARiverRidge, LA 70123Date Appointed: 2/17/2020Term: 2/16/2022Seat: Louisiana House of Representatives,House Committee on Insurance
As further information is needed for Senate confirmation orother matters, please call me or have a member of your staff contactCrystal M. Stutes, Executive Director of the Louisiana Health CareCommission, at (225) 342-4311.
With best wishes and kindest personal regards, I remain
Very truly yours,JAMES J. DONELON
Commissioner of Insurance
STATE OF LOUISIANAHOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
February 27, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page Cortez PresidentLouisiana State Senate P. O. Box 94183 Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Re: Judicial Compensation Commission appointments
Dear President Cortez:
This letter is to advise you that pursuant to the authority grantedto me as set forth in R.S. 13:42, I have appointed RepresentativeTanner Magee and Representative Frederick Jones to serve asmembers of the Judicial Compensation Commission, as well as Ms.Rebekah Cole to serve as one of the two representatives from thegeneral public who are not attorneys or members of the legislature.
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointmentsto the Judicial Compensation Commission and submit to you thenames for consideration of Senate confirmation as required by law:
The Honorable Tanner D. Magee State Representative 7833 W. Main St. Houma, LA 70360 Reappointed
The Honorable Frederick Douglass Jones State Representative6711 Cypress Point DriveMonroe, LA 71203Vice:(Vacancy-former Rep. Cameron Henry)
Mrs. Rebekah Cole4209 Maid Stone Dr.Lake Charles, LA 70605Reappointed
Thank you for your attention to this matter. If I or my staff canbe of any assistance to you, please do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,CLAY SCHEXNAYDER
Speaker House of Representatives
LOUISIANA DISTRICT JUDGES ASSOCIATION
August 12, 2019
The Honorable John A. Alario Jr.President, Louisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Re: Appointment to the Judicial Compensation Commission ByLouisiana District Judges Association
Dear Senator Alario and Members of the Senate:
In accordance with Louisiana Revised Statute 13:42, et seq.,please allow this letter to serve as the Louisiana District JudgesAssociation's appointment of Judge James P. Doherty, Jr. to theJudicial Compensation Commission. Judge Doherty is currentlyserving on the Commission, and will be re-appointed for a secondterm, should the Senate confirm that appointment as is required bylaw.
Judge Doherty's contact information is as follows: Judge James P. Doherty Jr. 27th Judicial District CourtP.O. Box 777Opelousas, LA 70571Term: Through August 15, 2023
If you need further information please contact our staff liaison,Jennifer Eagan, by phone (504) 310-2616 or email([email protected].).
Sincerely yours,LISA WOODRUFF-WHITE
LDJA PresidentJudge, East Baton Rouge Family Court
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LOUISIANA CITY JUDGES ASSOCIATION
August 15, 2019
The Honorable John A. Alario Jr.PresidentLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804 Re: Louisiana City Judges Association Appointment to Judicial
Compensation Commission
Dear Senator Alario and Members of the Senate:
In accordance with La. R.S. 13:42, the Louisiana City JudgesAssociation hereby reappoints Judge Grace Gasaway as a member ofthe Judicial Compensation Commission.
In that regard, I acknowledge the following appointment to theJudicial Compensation Commission, and submit to you the name forconsideration of Senate confirmation as required by law.
Judge Grace GasawayHammond City Court303 East Thomas St.Hammond, Louisiana 70401Term: August 15, 2023
Please contact my office should you require anything further.
Sincerely,JUDGE ANASTASIA WILEY
President, Louisiana City Judges Association
SENATESTATE OF LOUISIANA
October 29, 2019
Mr. Thomas Hebert418 Celotex ParkWestwego, LA 70094
RE: Judicial Compensation Commission
Dear Mr. Hebert:
In accordance with the provisions of R.S. 13:42, it is mypleasure to reappoint you to serve as a member of the JudicialCompensation Commission. The four-year term will begin October2019.
I appreciate your willingness to serve in the important role.Please call if I can be of any assistance.
Sincerely,JOHN A. ALARIO JR.President of the Senate
COURT OF APPEAL, THIRD CIRCUITSTATE OF LOUISIANA
August 22, 2019
The Honorable John A. Alario, PresidentLouisiana State SenateP. O. Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
RE: Appointment to the Judicial Compensation Commission ByChair of the Louisiana Conference of Court of Appeal Judges
Dear Senator Alario and Members of the Senate:
In accordance with Louisiana Revised Statutes 13:42, I havebeen reappointed by the Louisiana Conference of Court of AppealJudges as a member of the Judicial Compensation Commission.
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointmentto the Judicial Compensation Commission and submit to you myname for consideration of Senate confirmation as required by law.
The Honorable Ulysses Gene ThibodeauxChief Judge, Third Circuit Court of AppealP. O. Box 16577Lake Charles, LA 70616Term: August 15, 2023Vice: Self
Please contact my office should you require anything further.
Sincerely,ULYSSES GENE THIBODEAUX
Chair, Louisiana Conference of Court of Appeal Judges
STATE OF LOUISIANADEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
January 13, 2020
Hon. Patrick Page CortezPresident, Louisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Cortez,
It is with great honor, and in accordance with La. R.S. 36:703and 36:6 et seq., that I appoint Wilbur Stiles, Jr. as my Chief DeputyAttorney General.
A veteran and a prosecutor, Mr. Stiles has served Louisianamost honorably as my First Assistant for the last four years. He hasworked tirelessly to deliver a very successful Department of Justicefor the people of our State.
Mr. Stiles was unanimously approved by the Louisiana StateSenate during the prior term, and I trust he will be confirmed againby your legislative body. I humbly request your Senate approve andconsent to his appointment as quickly as possible.
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge and submit the followingfor Senate confirmation:
Name: Wilbur "Bill" Stiles Jr.Title: Chief Deputy Attorney GeneralAppointment Effective: January 13, 2020Prior Incumbent: Continuation from prior term appointed
Department of Justice, Office of AttorneyGeneral
Mailing Address: 1885 North Third Street, Baton Rouge,Louisiana 70802
If you need further information or assistance with mysubmission, please contact Steven Hartmann at 225-342-5811 [email protected].
For Louisiana,JEFF LANDRY
Attorney General
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The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident, LA State SenatePost Office Box 94123Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear Mr. President:
In accordance with Louisiana R.S. 34:1451, the governing authorityof the St. Landry Parish Government has reappointed Mr. SenicBatiste as a member of the Greater Krotz Springs PortCommission.
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointment andsubmit to you the name for consideration of Senate confirmation asrequired by law.
Mr. Senic Batiste831 South Market StreetOpelousas, LA 70570Vice: SelfTerm: 01/15/2024
Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter, andplease contact me should you have any questions or need additionalinformation.
Sincerely,
E. LYNN LEJEUNEExecutive Director
PORT OF KROTZ SPRINGS
May 4, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident, LA State SenatePost Office Box 94123Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear Mr. President:
In accordance with Louisiana R.S. 34:1451, the governing authorityof the City of Eunice has reappointed Ms. Cheryl Carter as a memberof the Greater Krotz Springs Port Commission.
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointment andsubmit to you the name for consideration of Senate confirmation asrequired by law.
Ms. Cheryl Carter652 Nimitz StreetEunice, LA 70535Vice: SelfTerm: 01/10/2023
Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter, andplease contact me should you have any questions or need additionalinformation.
Sincerely,
E. LYNN LEJEUNEExecutive Director
PORT OF KROTZ SPRINGS
May 4, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident, LA State SenatePost Office Box 94123Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear Mr. President:
In accordance with Louisiana R.S. 34:1451, the governing authorityof the City of Opelousas has reappointed Mr. Clovis Cornelius as amember of the Greater Krotz Springs Port Commission.
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointment andsubmit to you the name for consideration of Senate confirmation asrequired by law.
Mr. Clovis Cornelius618 East South StreetOpelousas, LA 70570Vice: SelfTerm: 02/08/2023
Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter, andplease contact me should you have any questions or need additionalinformation.
Sincerely,
E. LYNN LEJEUNEExecutive Director
PORT OF KROTZ SPRINGS
May 4, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident, LA State SenatePost Office Box 94123Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear Mr. President:
In accordance with Louisiana R.S. 34:1451, the governing authorityof the St. Landry Parish Municipal Association has reappointed Mr.Paul DiCapo as a member of the Greater Krotz Springs PortCommission.
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointment andsubmit to you the name for consideration of Senate confirmation asrequired by law.
Mr. Paul DiCapo427 Hicks RoadWashington, LA 70589Vice: SelfTerm: 02/25/2023
Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter, andplease contact me should you have any questions or need additionalinformation.
Sincerely,
E. LYNN LEJEUNEExecutive Director
PORT OF KROTZ SPRINGS
May 4, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident, LA State SenatePost Office Box 94123Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear Mr. President:
In accordance with Louisiana R.S. 34:1451, the governing authorityof the City of Opelousas has reappointed Mr. Vernon Haynes as amember of the Greater Krotz Springs Port Commission.
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In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointment andsubmit to you the name for consideration of Senate confirmation asrequired by law.
Mr. Vernon HaynesP.O. Box 1335Opelousas, LA 70571-1335Vice: SelfTerm: 02/08/2023
Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter, andplease contact me should you have any questions or need additionalinformation.
Sincerely,
E. LYNN LEJEUNEExecutive Director
PORT OF KROTZ SPRINGS
May 4, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident, LA State SenatePost Office Box 94123Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear Mr. President:
In accordance with Louisiana R.S. 34:1451, the governing authorityof the St. Landry Parish Government has appointed Mr. Dallas Legeras a member of the Greater Krotz Springs Port Commission.
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointment andsubmit to you the name for consideration of Senate confirmation asrequired by law.
Mr. Dallas LegerP.O. Box 331Washington, LA 70589Vice: Mr. Marcus Majors Jr.Term: 01/15/2024
Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter, andplease contact me should you have any questions or need additionalinformation.
Sincerely,
E. LYNN LEJEUNEExecutive Director
PORT OF KROTZ SPRINGS
May 4, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident, LA State SenatePost Office Box 94123Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear Mr. President:
In accordance with Louisiana R.S. 34:1451, the governing authorityof the Town of Krotz Springs has reappointed Ms. Monita Reed as amember of the Greater Krotz Springs Port Commission.
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointment andsubmit to you the name for consideration of Senate confirmation asrequired by law.
Ms. Monita ReedP.O. Box 156Krotz Springs, LA 70750Vice: SelfTerm: 01/08/2023
Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter, andplease contact me should you have any questions or need additionalinformation.
Sincerely,
E. LYNN LEJEUNEExecutive Director
PORT OF KROTZ SPRINGS
May 4, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident, LA State SenatePost Office Box 94123Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear Mr. President:
In accordance with Louisiana R.S. 34:1451, the governing authorityof the Town of Krotz Springs has reappointed Mr. James Soileau asa member of the Greater Krotz Springs Port Commission.
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointment andsubmit to you the name for consideration of Senate confirmation asrequired by law.
Mr. James SoileauP.O. Box 234Krotz Springs, LA 70750Vice: SelfTerm: 01/08/2023
Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter, andplease contact me should you have any questions or need additionalinformation.
Sincerely,
E. LYNN LEJEUNEExecutive Director
PORT OF KROTZ SPRINGS
May 4, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident, LA State SenatePost Office Box 94123Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear Mr. President:
In accordance with Louisiana R.S. 34:1451, the governing authorityof the St. Landry Parish Municipal Association has reappointed Mr.Michael Thibodeaux as a member of the Greater Krotz Springs PortCommission.
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointment andsubmit to you the name for consideration of Senate confirmation asrequired by law.
Mr. Michael Thibodeaux530 Perry LaneOpelousas, LA 70570Vice: SelfTerm: 02/25/2023
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Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter, andplease contact me should you have any questions or need additionalinformation.
Sincerely,
E. LYNN LEJEUNEExecutive Director
PORT OF KROTZ SPRINGS
May 4, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident, LA State SenatePost Office Box 94123Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear Mr. President:
In accordance with Louisiana R.S. 34:1451, the governing authorityof the City of Eunice has reappointed Mr. William Thompson as amember of the Greater Krotz Springs Port Commission.
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointment andsubmit to you the name for consideration of Senate confirmation asrequired by law.
Mr. William Thompson411 Harold StreetEunice, LA 70535Vice: SelfTerm: 01/10/2023
Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter, andplease contact me should you have any questions or need additionalinformation.
Sincerely,
E. LYNN LEJEUNEExecutive Director
PORT OF KROTZ SPRINGS
May 4, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident, LA State SenatePost Office Box 94123Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear Mr. President:
In accordance with Louisiana R.S. 34:1451, the governing authorityof the St. Landry Parish Government has reappointed Mr. KennethVidrine as a member of the Greater Krotz Springs Port Commission.
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointment andsubmit to you the name for consideration of Senate confirmation asrequired by law.
Mr. Kenneth Vidrine138 Wilson Bridge RoadWashington, LA 70589(337) 290-0964Vice: SelfTerm: 01/15/2024
Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter, andplease contact me should you have any questions or need additionalinformation.
Sincerely,
E. LYNN LEJEUNEExecutive Director
LAKESHORE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.,PRESIDENT LAKE TERRACE PROPERTY
OWNERS ASS'N., INC.,PRESIDENT LAKE OAKS CIVIC ASSOCIATION,
PRESIDENT LAKE VISTA PROPERTYOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.,
PRESIDENT NEW ORLEANS, LA
June 7, 2019
The Honorable John A. AlarioPresident, Louisiana SenateP.O. Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
RE: Neighborhood Commissioner Appointments to the Non-FloodProtection Asset Management Authority/Lakefront ManagementAuthority
Dear President Alario and Members of the Senate,
In accordance with Louisiana Statutes RS 38:330.12.1, theundersigned presidents of the Lake Oaks, Lakeshore, Lake Terrace,and Lake Vista neighborhood associations jointly appoint, effectiveon June 7, 2019, Mr. Stanley J. Cohn and Mr. Esmond F. Carr toreplace Mr. William Settoon and Mr. Rodger Wheaton, whose termsexpired 8/15/2018, as Commissioners of the Non-Flood ProtectionAsset Management Authority for terms ending 8/15/2022 or asprovided by law. This letter supersedes all prior communicationregarding appointments for the term August 15, 2018 ending August15, 2022. We ask that these appointments be confirmed by the Senateas convenient.
By copy of this letter we are informing the Non-Flood ProtectionAsset Management Authority of our appointments and submittingtheir names to you as required by law.
Esmond F. Carr III P.E.2235 Leon C. Simon Dr.New Orleans, LA 70122
Stanley J. Cohn900 Turquoise StreetNew Orleans, LA 70124
We ask that you provide the statutory expiration of the terms for thetwo commissioners appointed hereby. Please confirm your receiptand Senate disposition or confirmation of these appointments at yourconvenience.
If further information is needed, please do not hesitate to contactMark Fullmer.
EXECUTED THIS 3RD DAY OF JUNE, 2019, BY THE FOURPRESIDENTS OF THE LAKEFRONT PROPERTY OWNERSASSOCIATIONS PER THE STATUTE, EXECUTION BYCOUNTERPART SIGNATURES APPROVED.
GEORGE ACKEL IIIPresident, Lake Terrace Property Owners Ass'n., Inc.
ANN DUFFYPresident, Lake Oaks Civic Association
MARK FULLERPresident, Lake Vista Property Owners Association, Inc.
CHAIS SWEATPresident, Lakeshore Property Owners Association, Inc.
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CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
April 28, 2019
Hon. Patrick Page CortezPresidentLouisiana State Senatec/o Senate and Governmental Affairs CommitteePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70804
Senate President Cortez:
This correspondence will serve to confirm my appointment of EugeneJ. Green Jr. to serve on the Board of Commissioners of the LakefrontManagement Authority (formerly the Non-Flood Protection AssetManagement Authority). Mr. Green will serve the term for 2019-2023. It is my understanding that Mr. Green will commence hisservice on the Board at the commencement of the 2020 RegularSession of the Louisiana Legislature, and that his appointment issubject to confirmation by the State Senate prior to the end of theSession.
Should you have questions, please feel free to contact me through myoffice.
Sincerely,CEDRIC L. RICHMONDSecond District Louisiana
LOUISIANA SENATE
February 27, 2020
Honorable Patrick Page CortezSenate PresidentP.O. Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Cortez:
In accordance with R.S. 38.330.12.1, I am appointing Mr. HowardRodgers to the Lakefront Management Authority (formerly the Non-Flood Protection Asset Management Authority). I have attached hisrésumé to be included in his file.
Any questions please feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,JOSEPH BOUIE JR.
State Senator District 3
OFFICE OF THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNORSTATE OF LOUISIANA
February 14, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezPresident, Louisiana SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Cortez:In accordance with La. R.S. 36:201 et seq., I have appointed the
officers named below to serve in the Louisiana Department ofCulture, Recreation and Tourism effective January 13, 2020. Allserve at my pleasure. I submit to you the names for consideration ofSenate confirmation as required by law.
UNDERSECRETARY Ms. Nancy Watkins Vice: SelfP.O. Box 94361Baton Rouge, LA 70804
ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF THE OFFICE OF TOURISMDouglas Bourgeois Vice: SelfP.O. Box 94291Baton Rouge, LA 70804
ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF THE OFFICE OF STATEPARKS Hugh "Brandon" Burris Vice: SelfP. O. Box 44426Baton Rouge, LA 70804
ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF THE OFFICE OF CULTURALDEVELOPMENTKristin Sanders Vice: SelfP.O. Box 44247Baton Rouge, LA 70804
ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF THE OFFICE OF STATEMUSEUMSteven Maklansky Vice: Self111 Lowerline StreetNew Orleans, LA 70118
Thank you in advance for your attention to this matter.Should you have any questions or need further information, please donot hesitate to contact me.
With best regards, I am Very truly yours,
BILLY NUNGESSERLieutenant Governor
STATE OF LOUISIANAOFFICE OF THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR
DEPARTMENT OF CULTURE,RECREATION & TOURISM
June 25, 2019
The Honorable John A. Alario Jr. PresidentLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear Senator Alario:
In accordance with La. R.S. 25:902, as the State HistoricPreservation Officer, I have reappointed the following members tothe Louisiana National Register Review Committee.
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointmentsto the Department of Culture, Recreation, and Tourism and submit toyou the names for consideration of Senate confirmation as requiredby law.
Turry M. Flucker Vice: Self6338 Music StreetNew Orleans, LA 70122Term: 6/24/2022Seat: At Large
Peggy Bordelon Lowe Vice: Self5056 Whitehaven StreetBaton Rouge, LA 70808Term: 6/24/2022Seat: Architectural Historian
Tarah Arcuri Vice: Self6346 Milne BlvdNew Orleans, LA 70124Term: 6/24/2022Seat: Architectural Historian
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Martha M. Salomon Vice: Self1000 Drehr AveBaton Rouge, LA 70806Term: 6/24/2022Seat: Architect
Dr. Matthew G. Savage Vice: Self123 Art BuildingLouisiana State UniversityBaton Rouge, LA 70803Term: 6/24/2022Seat: Architectural Historian
John Collins Sykes III Vice: Self635 Bungalow LaneBaton Rouge, LA 70802Term: 6/24/2022Seat: Historian
Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter,and please contact me should you have any questions or needadditional information.
Sincerely, KRISTIN SANDERS
Assistant SecretaryOffice of Cultural Development
OFFICE OF THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNORSTATE OF LOUISIANA
October 1, 2019
The Honorable John A. Alario Jr.PresidentLouisiana SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Alario and Members of the Senate:
Pursuant to R.S. 25:2-5, I have reappointed the followingindividual to the Board of Commissioners for the State Library ofLouisiana. In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the followingappointments to the Board of Commissioners of the State Library ofLouisiana, and submit to you the names for consideration of Senateconfirmation as required by law.
Georgia Brown5639 Congress Blvd.Baton Rouge, LA 70808Appointed: August 15, 2019Vice: Self
Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter,and please contact me should you have any questions or needadditional information.
Very truly yours,BILLY NUNGESSER
Lieutenant Governor
OFFICE OF THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNORSTATE OF LOUISIANA
February 17, 2020
The Honorable Page CortezPresident of Louisiana SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Cortez and Members of the Senate:
Pursuant to R.S. 25:341, I have appointed the followingindividuals to the Board of Directors of the Louisiana State Museum.In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointments tothe Board of Directors of the Louisiana State Museum, and submit toyou the names for consideration of Senate confirmation as requiredby law.
Florence M. Jumonville7911 Birch St.New Orleans, LA 70118Appointed: February 12, 2020Term Expiration: January 11, 2022Seat: Louisiana Historical AssociationVice:Vacant (Faye Phillips)
Sandra Shilstone1228 3rd St. New Orleans, LA 70130 Appointed: February 13, 2020Term Expiration: January 11, 2023Seat: At-Large (Friends at Capitol Park did not submit name)Vice: Vacant (Vickie Smith Riser)
Benjamin A. Dupuy1316 Valence StreetNew Orleans, LA 70115Appointed: February 12, 2020 Term Expiration: January 11, 2024Seat: Louisiana Museum FoundationVice: Holly Haag
Suzanne Gonce Perlis428 Hector Ave.Metairie, LA 70005Appointed: February 12, 2019 Term Expiration: January 11, 2024Seat: Louisiana Historical SocietyVice: George Hero
William J. Wilton Jr.4740 Newcomb Dr.Baton Rouge, LA 70808Appointed: February 17, 2020Term Expiration: January 11, 2024Seat: Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame FoundationVice: Self
Madlyn B. Bagneris5000 Bancroft Dr.New Orleans, LA 70122
Appointed: February 17, 2020Term Expiration: January 11, 2024Seat: Civil Rights MuseumVice: Self
David Christopher Tidmore5127 Laurel StreetNew Orleans, LA 70115 Appointed: February 12, 2020Term Expiration: January 11, 2024Seat: At-LargeVice: Rosemary Ewing
Thank you in advance for your attention to this importantmatter, and please contact me should you have any questions or needadditional information.
Very truly yours,BILLY NUNGESSER
Lieutenant Governor
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OFFICE OF THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNORSTATE OF LOUISIANA
January 14, 2020
The Honorable Page CortezPresident Louisiana SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Cortez and Members of the Senate:
Pursuant to R.S. 56:578.2, I have reappointed the followingindividual to the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board.In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointment andsubmit to you the name for consideration of Senate confirmation asrequired by law.
Ralph Pausina5654 Rosemary PlaceNew Orleans, LA 70124Seat: Louisiana Oyster Dealers and Growers AssociationVice: Self
Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter,and please contact me should you have any questions or needadditional information.
Very truly yours,BILLY NUNGESSER
Lieutenant Governor
OFFICE OF THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNORSTATE OF LOUISIANA
July 10, 2019
The Honorable John A. Alario Jr.PresidentLouisiana SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear President Alario and Members of the Senate:
Pursuant to R.S. 51:1256, I have appointed the followingindividual to the Board of Directors of the Louisiana TourismDevelopment Commission. In that regard, I hereby acknowledge thefollowing appointments to the Board of Directors of the LouisianaTourism Development Commission, and submit to you the names forconsideration of Senate confirmation as required by law.
Carla Tate503 North AvenueAmite, LA 70422Appointed: July 10, 2019Vice: Shelly Johnson
Thank you in advance for your attention to this important matter,and please contact me should you have any questions or needadditional information.
Very truly yours,BILLY NUNGESSER
Lieutenant Governor
COUNCILPARISH OF ST. MARY
January 30, 2020
The Honorable Patrick Page CortezLouisiana State SenatePost Office Box 94183Baton Rouge, LA 70804
Dear Senator Cortez:
In accordance with Louisiana R.S. 34:322.1, the St. Mary ParishCouncil has appointed Mr. Ben A. Adams to the Board ofCommissioners of the Morgan City Harbor and Terminal District.
In that regard, I hereby acknowledge the following appointment