Louisiana 2011 Regular Session

Louisiana House Bill HB43

Introduced
4/25/11  

Caption

Appropriates funds for payment of judgments in the matter of "James Blalock, et al v. Clive P. Bridges, III, et al" consolidated with "Rochelle M. Carona v. State of La., et al" conslidated with "Clive P. Bridges v. DOTD"

Impact

The bill serves a specific function of addressing financial liabilities that have arisen from court decisions against the state and its agencies, particularly the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD). By authorizing these payments, HB43 helps to fulfill legal obligations and ensures the state's adherence to rulings made by the judiciary. This may have broader implications for how the state approaches similar cases and judgments in the future, potentially influencing legislative discussions regarding liability and funding within state government.

Summary

House Bill 43 appropriates a total of $625,000 from the state general fund of Louisiana for the Fiscal Year 2011-2012 to satisfy consent judgments resulting from lawsuits consolidated in the Twenty-Third Judicial District Court. Specifically, the bill allocates $450,000 for the case 'James Blalock et al v. DOTD' and $175,000 for 'Rochelle M. Carona v. State of Louisiana'. These payments are a response to judicial rulings in favor of the plaintiffs, addressing the financial obligations of the state concerning the judgments issued in these cases.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the bill appears to be largely focused on the necessity of following through with legal obligations. There is recognition from lawmakers that the state must honor court judgments, but there may be underlying concerns regarding the extent of such appropriations and their impact on the state budget. While the allocations seem necessary to address past liabilities, legislators may engage in discussions about fiscal responsibility and whether such large appropriations could be seen as a symptom of larger systemic issues within the DOTD or related agencies.

Contention

A notable point of contention regarding HB43 would likely center around the prioritization of state funds, especially when addressing judgments from litigation. There may be opposition or concern regarding how the appropriated funds impact other areas of state spending, and lawmakers may debate whether such appropriations could be viewed as endorsing previous actions or decisions made by the DOTD or other implicated entities. Furthermore, discussions may arise on how to prevent future financial liabilities from arising in similar contexts.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

LA HB159

Appropriates funds for payment of judgment against the state in the matter of "James Blalock, et al v. Clive P Bridges, et al" consolidated with "Rochelle Carona v. Sate of Louisiana, et al" consolidated with "Clive Bridges v. DOTD"

LA HB516

Appropriates funds for payment of judgment in the matter of "Bridget Bourgeois, et al v. State of La. DOTD, et al" consolidated with "Tim Green v. State Farm Mutual Insurance Company, et al" consolidated with "Johnathan Louis and Manya Louis v. State of La. DOTD"

LA HB1146

Appropriates funds for payment of judgments in favor of Bridget Bourgeois and Manya Louis in the matter of "Bridget Bourgeois, et al v. State of Louisiana DOTD, et al" consolidated with "Tim Green v. State Farm Mutual Insurance Company, et al" consolidated with "Johnathan Louis and Manya Louis v. State of Louisiana DOTD"

LA HB288

Appropriates funds for payment of judgments in the matter of "Gretchen Darone, et al v. DOTD" consolidated with "Joseph Bayhi, Sr., et al v. DOTD" consolidated with "Bo McAllister, et al v. DOTD"

LA HB36

Appropriates funds for payment of judgment against DOTD in the matter of "Gloria Dechara v. State of La., et al" consolidated with "Leila Marie Tassin, et al v. Frank Bedell, et al"

LA HB47

Appropriates funds for payment of judgment against DOTD in the matter of "Barbara Raymond, et al v. GEICO, et al" consolidated with "Dorothy Marie Simmons, et al v. GEICO, et al"

LA HB276

Appropriates funds for payment of judgment against the state in the matter of "Stephen and Lori Davis, et al v. DOTD" consolidated with "Christina Wiley, et al v. DOTD" consolidated with "Amanda Townsend, et al v. DOTD"

LA HB108

Appropriates funds for payment of judgment against DOTD in the matter of "Joseph LaBranche, et al v. Frank Bedell, et al" consolidated with "Leila Marie Tassin, et al v. Frank Bedell, et al"

LA HB146

Appropriates funds for payment of judgment against DOTD in the matter of "Edward Farrell, et al v. Frank Bedell, et al" consolidated with "Leila Marie Tassin, et al v. Frank Bedell, et al"

LA HB42

Appropriates funds for payment of judgment against DOTD in "Gloria Hotard, et al v. Frank Bedell, et al" consolidated with "Leila Marie Tassin, et al v. Frank Bedell, et al"

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