Annie Spell
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50
Bills sponsored
this session · 57 all-time
81
Bills co-sponsored
this session · 151 all-time
30
Enacted into law
this session · 34 all-time
3792
Recorded votes
88%
Vote participation
voted in 88% of 3792 recorded votes
Voting scorecard
26RS session · computed from recorded roll-call votes
Party unity
98.6%
based on 910 votes
Votes with own party's majority
Independence
1.4%
based on 910 votes
Votes against own party's majority
Participation
81.1%
based on 910 votes
Roll calls where a yes/no was cast
Sponsored (introduced)
57 billsCurrent session 50 bills
- HR371 U.S.: Commemorates the commencement of the American Revolution and recognizes the importance of America's founding documents Introduced
- HR320 COMMENDATIONS: Commends Arsenal Football Club on winning the 2025-2026 Premier League Championship Introduced
- HR288 SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates May 22, 2026, as World Preeclampsia Awareness Day in Louisiana Introduced
- HR284 SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates May 22, 2026, as World Preeclampsia Awareness Day in Louisiana Introduced
- HR267 HEALTH: Requests the Louisiana Department of Health to study prevention and reduction of diabetes-related amputations Introduced
- HR192 COMMENDATIONS: Commends the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists on the occasion of its seventy-fifth anniversary Introduced
- HR180 SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates April 22, 2026, as Counseling Day at the Capitol Introduced
- HR124 SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates April 13, 2026, as Social Work Day at the state capitol Introduced
- HCR90 SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month in Louisiana Signed
- HCR44 COMMENDATIONS: Commends Emile Myers on the success of his annual philanthropic endeavor, "Emile's Hot Cocoa Fundraiser" Signed
- HCR27 EDUCATION/SPECIAL: Requests the Louisiana Department of Health and the state Department of Education to analyze the adequacy of autism support services in the state Signed
- HB1247 CRIME/SEX OFFENSES: Creates a statewide Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Coordinator Signed
- HB1052 CHILDRENS CODE: Provides relative to confidentiality policies and procedures pertaining to work product created, received, or maintained by child advocacy centers and multidisciplinary investigative teams Signed
- HB1030 MEDICAID: Provides relative to nonemergency medical transportation for individuals with mental illness (RE NO IMPACT See Note) Introduced
- HB909 INSURANCE: Required coverage for behavioral health crisis services (EN INCREASE EX See Note) Signed
- HB884 CRIMINAL/VICTIMS: Provides relative to survivors of sexually-oriented criminal offenses Introduced
- HB676 CRIME: Creates the crime of fraudulent patient referrals or "body brokering" (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX) Signed
- HB632 STUDENTS: Provides relative to information sharing for the purposes of Louisiana's Foundational Integrated Research System for Transformation (LA FIRST) Signed
- HB574 MENTAL HEALTH: Provides for the membership of the Mental Health Advocacy Service Signed
- HB546 LAW ENFORCE/OFFICERS: Provides relative to the ability of peace officers to take a person into protective custody Signed
- HB492 DWI: Creates the Governor's Task Force on Impaired Driving (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX) Signed
- HB486 PSYCHOLOGISTS: Provides relative to the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT) Signed
- HB246 HEALTH: Provides relative to the Children's Cabinet Advisory Board Signed
- HB171 BAIL: Provides relative to personal sureties Signed
- HB25 RETIREMENT/TEACHERS: Provides relative to the payment of benefits for the Teachers' Retirement System of Louisiana (EN NO IMPACT APV) Signed
Historical 7 bills
- HR 65 SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates April 23, 2025, as Louisiana Counseling Association Day at the state capitol and commends the members of the Louisiana Counseling Association Died
- HB 590 ELECTIONS: Provides relative to foreign funding for elections and election campaigns (RE1 SEE FISC NOTE GF EX) Died
- HB 565 MEDICAID: Provides relative to third-party liability, claim adjudication, and timeliness of such within the state medical assistance program (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX) Signed
- HR 308 COMMENDATIONS: Commends Louisiana Krewe FC for its outstanding contributions to professional soccer in Louisiana Died
- HB 273 STATE SYMBOL: Establishes the official state children's Christmas book Signed
- HB 446 MUNICIPAL: Provides relative to the judicial review of land use Signed
- HB 524 PUBLIC CONTRACTS: Provides relative to fire departments and public safety departments or agencies entering into an agreement with group purchasing organizations Signed
Co-sponsored
151 billsCurrent session 81 bills
- HB 102 CRIME: Creates the crime of second degree cruelty to the elderly and persons with infirmities (EN INCREASE GF EX See Note) Signed
- HCR 14 EDUCATION: Expresses support for federal efforts to eliminate the U.S. Department of Education and memorializes congress to fully cooperate with these efforts Signed
- HB 657 HIGHWAYS: Designates certain portions of Louisiana highways Signed
- HB 352 STUDENTS: Provides relative to behavioral health services for public school students (EN SEE FISC NOTE LF EX) Signed
- HB 384 HIGHWAYS: Designates a portion of United States Highway 11 in St. Tammany Parish as the "Dan DeBlanc American Hero Memorial Highway" Signed
- HB 168 CORRECTIONS: Creates a transitional reentry program for female parolees (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX) Signed
- HR 401 CONGRESS: Memorializes the United States Congress to work towards a cure for Sanfilippo Syndrome Passed
- HB 342 EDUCATION/SPECIAL: Provides that a local education agency shall have the burden of proof in any special education due process hearing relative to the appropriateness of a student's current or proposed program or placement (EN SEE FISC NOTE LF EX) Signed
- HR 333 STUDENT/DISCIPLINE: Requests public school governing authorities and employees to comply with and enforce the bullying laws of the state of Louisiana Passed
- HB 761 HEALTH/CANCER: Provides with respect to the advisory board created to recommend new treatments for rare cancers (EN NO IMPACT See Note) Signed
- HB 1028 MEDICAID: Requires the Louisiana Department of Health to increase the reimbursement rates for nonemergency medical transportation providers (EN +$2,601,174 GF EX See Note) Signed
- HR 254 COMMENDATIONS: Commends Acadiana Legislative Delegation student worker Ty Hebert on the occasion of his graduation from Louisiana State University Introduced
- HB 575 PUBLIC PROPERTY: Establishes a priority status for the acquisition of surplus state vehicles for youths in the extended foster care program (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX) Signed
- HB 74 LAW ENFORCEMENT: Creates a "Spectrum Alert" system to assist in locating missing persons with autism spectrum disorder (EGF NO IMPACT See Note) To Executive
- SB 104 ROADS/HIGHWAYS: Designates a portion of Louisiana Highway 1 in Pointe Coupee Parish as the "Ernest J. Gaines Memorial Highway". (8/1/26) (EN +$3,000 SG EX See Note) Signed
- HB 1253 HUMAN REMAINS: Enacts the Gracey Claire Rushing Act to provide for documentation, notification, and communication in the handling and disposition of human remains and internal organs (EN NO IMPACT See Note) Signed
- HR 5 CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of Derek Scott Introduced
- SB 200 HOMELAND SECURITY: Allows for expropriation of land near military bases that is owned by foreign adversaries or agents of foreign adversaries when the ownership poses a threat to public health and safety. (gov sig) (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX) Signed
- HB 392 SCHOOLS: Provides relative to requirements for posting suicide hotline information on school websites and student ID cards Signed
- HCR 28 NURSES: Creates the Task Force on School Nurse Orientation Signed
- HR 324 HEALTH: Requests certain entities to evaluate the use of certain terms related to miscarriage Passed
- HR 295 LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS: Establishes the Energy Caucus in the Louisiana House of Representatives Passed
- HB 741 HOUSING: Provides relative to housing for victims of human trafficking Signed
- HCR 72 HEALTH SERVICES: Memorialize the United States Congress to research treatment methods for Acute Myeloid Leukemia Signed
- HB 590 TRAFFIC/VIOLATIONS: Provides with respect to training law enforcement officers regarding certain traffic stops Signed
Historical 70 bills
- HCR 3 SNAP/FOOD STAMPS: Urges and requests the Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Health to fund SNAP benefits under certain circumstances Signed
- HR 1 SNAP/FOOD STAMPS: Urges the Congress of the United States to enact legislation authorizing reimbursement to states using non-federal funds to continue SNAP benefits Died
- SCR 16 COMMENDATIONS: Commends Camey Joseph Doucet for his lifelong contributions to Cajun music, Louisiana culture, and community broadcasting. Signed
- SCR 60 INSURANCE DEPARTMENT: Requests the Department of Insurance to study and report on the effect of certain legislative actions upon the condition and competitiveness of Louisiana's insurance market. Died
- SCR 9 CHILDREN: Creates a task force to study and report on strategies to increase engagement of fathers in the lives of their children. Signed
- HCR 19 CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the legislature on the death of former state representative Billy Wayne "Coach" Montgomery Signed
- HB 622 INSURANCE/HEALTH: Requires health insurance coverage for histotripsy procedures (EN NO IMPACT See Note) Signed
- HB 624 WORKFORCE COMMISSION: Transfers certain family and support programs from the Department of Children and Family Services to the Louisiana Workforce Commission and renames Louisiana Workforce Commission to Louisiana Works (EN INCREASE GF EX See Note) Signed
- HB 378 TOPS: Lowers the ACT score required for initial qualification for a Taylor Opportunity Program for Students award for students who complete approved home study programs (EN +$172,184 SG EX See Note) Signed
- SB 190 ROADS/HIGHWAYS: Designates portions of certain roadways in honor of fallen law enforcement officers. (8/1/25) (EN +$4,460 SG EX See Note) Signed
- HB 570 COMMERCIAL REGULATIONS: Provides relative to minors' use of applications (EN SEE FISC NOTE SG RV) Signed
- HB 594 TAX/INSURANCE PREMIUM: Establishes a flat rate of insurance premium tax and provides relative to certain insurance premium tax credits and exemptions (RR SEE FISC NOTE GF RV) Died
- HB 408 INSURANCE/HEALTH: Requires health insurance coverage relative to pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome and related conditions (EN INCREASE GF EX See Note) Signed
- HR 20 CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House on the death of Steven "Steve" Joseph Miguez Died
- SB 42 HEALTH CARE: Provides relative to perinatal behavioral health treatment. (8/1/25) (EN INCREASE GF EX See Note) Signed
- HB 37 CONTRACTS: Establishes a duty of care for online platforms who contract with minors Signed
- HB 92 PUBLIC BUILDINGS/GROUNDS: Provides for naming the Acadiana Criminalistics Laboratory after Bo Duhe' Signed
- HCR 83 COMMENDATIONS: Commends Danielle Baker, Acadiana Delegation executive director, on her receipt of the 2025 Legislative Staff Achievement Award from the Leadership Staff Professional Association of the National Conference of State Legislatures Signed
- SB 14 PUBLIC HEALTH: Provides relative to nutrition. (See Act) (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX) Signed
- HB 67 CRIME/SEX OFFENSES: Provides relative to sex offenses committed against minors Signed
- HR 2 LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS: Establishes the Freshmen Caucus in the Louisiana House of Representatives Died
- HB 454 MEDICAID: Requires Medicaid coverage for certain doula services (EN INCREASE GF EX See Note) Signed
- HR 247 VETERANS: Authorizes the Special Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs to study and determine any needed revisions to the laws establishing the Veteran Court Program Treatment Act and the Post-Conviction Veterans Mentor Program Died
- HR 241 PUBLIC ASSISTANCE: Requests the Louisiana legislative auditor to publish an updated report of integrating assistance programs to achieve improved outcomes Died
- HR 236 CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of Phil Alexander Robertson Died
Voting record
Current session 50 votes
| Bill | Vote | Result | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
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SB401
PHARMACEUTICALS: Provides for a Prescription Drug Affordability Board. (8/1/26)
House: FINAL PASSAGE |
Yea | pass | May 19, 2026 |
|
SB401
PHARMACEUTICALS: Provides for a Prescription Drug Affordability Board. (8/1/26)
House: ADOPT CONFERENCE REPORT |
Yea | pass | May 31, 2026 |
|
HB508
HUNTING/LICENSES: Provides an exception to hunting license requirements for the taking of outlaw quadrupeds on a person's own private property (EG DECREASE SG RV See Note)
House: AMENDMENT # 5036 BY ZERINGUE, MOTION TO ADOPT |
Nay | fail | May 05, 2026 |
|
SCR 80
SCHOOLS: Creates and provides for a task force to study the minimum foundation program formula and recommend permanent, predictable funding for pay raises for teachers and support staff.
FINAL CONSIDERATION (#1826) |
Yea | pass | June 01, 2026 |
|
HB 1017
RETIREMENT/FIREFIGHTERS: Prohibits certain post-divorce earnable compensation in the Firefighters' Retirement System from being included in a former spouse's portion of community property (EN NO IMPACT APV)
ADOPT CONFERENCE REPORT (#1835) |
Yea | pass | June 01, 2026 |
|
SB 121
CONGRESS: Provides for the redistricting of Louisiana congressional districts. (See Act) (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)
AMENDMENT # 5695 BY BEAULLIEU, MOTION TO ADOPT (#1628) |
Yea | pass | May 28, 2026 |
|
SB 121
CONGRESS: Provides for the redistricting of Louisiana congressional districts. (See Act) (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)
AMENDMENT # 6033 BY MARCELLE, MOTION TO ADOPT (#1626) |
Nay | fail | May 28, 2026 |
|
SCR 33
EDUCATION DEPARTMENT: Creates the Work-Based Learning Coordination Task Force.
FINAL CONSIDERATION (#1563) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 848
MTR VEHICLE/DEALERS: Provides with respect to all terrain vehicle dealerships
REJECT SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1614) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 431
MUNICIPAL: Requires certain training for certain local officials (EN NO IMPACT See Note)
CONCUR IN SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1594) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
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HB 414
HEALTH: Provides for prohibitions on hiring individuals with certain criminal convictions
REJECT SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1593) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 670
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: Provides relative to wood pellet manufacturing (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX See Note)
CONCUR IN SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1602) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 856
TRANSPORTATION DEPT: Provides relative to Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity Construction Phase Contract (EN SEE FISC NOTE SG EX)
CONCUR IN SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1615) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
SCR 30
CONGRESS: Memorializes the United States Congress to compel the Department of Justice to release all unclassified documents, videos, images and materials related to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.
FINAL CONSIDERATION (#1568) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 578
CIVIL/LAW: Provides for the Restoring Biological Truth Act
CONCUR IN SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1597) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 618
ECONOMIC DEVELOP/DEPT: Increases certain fees assessed by Louisiana Economic Development (EN +$500,000 SG RV See Note)
CONCUR IN SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1599) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HCR 113
HEALTH: Creates a task force to study the regulation of gestational carrier agreements
PASS TO THIRD READING (#1623) |
Yea | fail | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 887
PUBLIC CONTRACT/BIDS: Provides for modifications to the Construction Management at Risk option in Public Bid Law (EN NO IMPACT See Note)
CONCUR IN SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1616) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
SCR 29
WATER QUALITY: Creates a joint legislative committee to study and make recommendations relative to the water quality of the Atchafalaya Basin.
FINAL CONSIDERATION (#1562) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 368
DISTRICTS/HISTORIC: Provides relative to historic preservation districts and landmarks commissions in the city of New Orleans
REJECT SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1591) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HCR 117
INSURANCE: Requests the Louisiana State Law Institute to establish a Homeowner Protection and Efficiency (HOPE) Committee
FINAL CONSIDERATION (#1561) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 321
HUMAN TRAFFICKING: Provides relative to victims of human trafficking and prostitution offenses (EN NO IMPACT See Note)
CONCUR IN SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1590) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 1246
DWI: Provides relative to operating a vehicle while impaired (EN NO IMPACT See Note)
CONCUR IN SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1621) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
SCR 37
HEALTH CARE: Requests the surgeon general to develop a plan relative to informed consent.
FINAL CONSIDERATION (#1565) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
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HB 555
BANKS/BANKING: Provides relative to elderly financial exploitation
CONCUR IN SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1596) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
SB 197
COURTS: Reduces number of judges on the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal. (2/3-CA5s9) (gov sig) (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)
FINAL PASSAGE (#1579) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
SB 312
EMPLOYMENT: Provides relative to union dues and fees for certain public employees. (8/1/26)
FINAL PASSAGE (#1573) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 807
FUNDS/FUNDING: Establishes the Workforce Instructor Capacity Investment Program to enhance workforce training programs to meet employer demand in certain industry sectors (EN INCREASE SD EX See Note)
CONCUR IN SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1612) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
SB 259
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: Authorizes the creation of a civil protective order online application portal. (8/1/26)
FINAL PASSAGE (#1572) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
SB 276
INSURANCE DEPARTMENT: Provides for the appointment of a bail bond producer. (8/1/26) (EN +$410,830 SG EX See Note)
FINAL PASSAGE (#1583) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 921
PRIVATE SECURITY: Provides relative to private security examiners (EN INCREASE SG RV See Note)
CONCUR IN SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1619) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 552
DWI: Provides relative to driving while intoxicated (EN NO IMPACT See Note)
REJECT SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1595) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
SB 485
TAX/LOCAL: Provides for the levy of premium tax in the city of St. George. (7/1/26)
FINAL PASSAGE (#1575) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
SB 326
CONTRACTORS: Provides relative to the State Licensing Board for Contractors. (8/1/26) (EN NO IMPACT See Note)
FINAL PASSAGE (#1584) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
SB 295
HEALTH/ACC INSURANCE: Provides for insurance coverage of services for persons with acquired brain injuries. (8/1/26) (EN NO IMPACT See Note)
FINAL PASSAGE (#1585) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 1082
CIVIL/VENUE: Provides for venue with respect to the Municipal Police Employees' Retirement System
CONCUR IN SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1620) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
SCR 5
INTERNATIONAL COMMERCE: Establishes the Louisiana-Ireland Trade Commission.
FINAL CONSIDERATION (#1564) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
SCR 65
SCHOOLS: Creates the K-12 Student Success Pathways Task Force to study and make recommendations on a statewide plan for advising students on career and academic pathways in K-12 public schools.
FINAL CONSIDERATION (#1570) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 386
SCHOOLS/CHARTER: Provides relative to charter school funding (EN NO IMPACT See Note)
CONCUR IN SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1592) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 796
CHIROPRACTORS: Provides relative to the Louisiana Board of Chiropractic Examiners
CONCUR IN SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1611) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
SCR 40
CONGRESS: Memorializes Congress to ensure the timely passage of appropriation measures that fully fund and align with the National Defense Authorization Act.
FINAL CONSIDERATION (#1571) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 692
PUBLIC CONTRACTS: Provides relative to local government subdivisions entering into an agreement with group purchasing organizations
CONCUR IN SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1603) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 1243
SEWERAGE/N O WATER BD: Provides relative to the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans
CONCUR IN SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1622) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 741
HOUSING: Provides relative to housing for victims of human trafficking
CONCUR IN SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1608) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 776
PORTS/HARBORS/TERMINALS: Modifies the Port Construction and Development Priority Program (EN SEE FISC NOTE LF EX)
REJECT SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1610) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 822
DISTRICTS/ECONOMIC DEVEL: Provides relative to nonprofit entities that appoint members to the board of commissioners of certain economic development districts
CONCUR IN SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1613) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
SB 123
GOVERNOR: Constitutional amendment to require the governor to certify a legislative address removing certain judges for cause. (2/3 - CA13s1(A)) (EG2 INCREASE GF EX See Note)
FINAL PASSAGE (#1582) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 708
COURTS/JUSTICE OF PEACE: Authorizes concurrent jurisdiction for justice of the peace and city courts in East Baton Rouge Parish
CONCUR IN SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1605) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
SB 441
STUDENTS: Provides relative to programs for prekindergarten-aged children. (gov sig) (EN -$6,530 GF RV See Note)
ADOPT CONFERENCE REPORT (#1586) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |
|
HB 593
MTR VEHICLE/OFFICE: Increases the maximum service and transaction fee a governing authority may assess to fund an office of motor vehicles field office not fully funded by the state (EN +$1,540,000 LF RV See Note)
CONCUR IN SENATE AMENDMENTS (#1601) |
Yea | pass | May 27, 2026 |