Francis C. Thompson
Born
1941
Contact
Email · thompsof@legis.la.gov
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6
Bills sponsored
this session · 114 all-time
36
Bills co-sponsored
this session · 792 all-time
4
Enacted into law
this session · 78 all-time
12221
Recorded votes
89%
Vote participation
voted in 89% of 12221 recorded votes
Voting scorecard
26RS session · computed from recorded roll-call votes
Party unity
98.3%
based on 751 votes
Votes with own party's majority
Independence
1.7%
based on 751 votes
Votes against own party's majority
Participation
75.9%
based on 751 votes
Roll calls where a yes/no was cast
Sponsored (introduced)
114 billsCurrent session 6 bills
- HB982 HIGHWAYS: Designates certain portions of highways in the state Signed
- HB677 PROPERTY: Provides relative to an exchange of property in Tensas Parish Signed
- HB103 DISTRICTS/TAXING: Provides relative to the Walnut Street Special District in the city of Monroe Introduced
- HB 677 PROPERTY: Provides relative to an exchange of property in Tensas Parish Signed
- HB 103 DISTRICTS/TAXING: Provides relative to the Walnut Street Special District in the city of Monroe In Committee
- HB 982 HIGHWAYS: Designates certain portions of highways in the state Signed
Historical 108 bills
- HB 322 DISTRICTS/RAILROAD: Provides relative to the Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District Died
- HB 109 STUDENT/LOANS-SCHOLARSHP: Provides relative to scholarships awarded through the Geaux Teach Program (EN INCREASE SD EX See Note) Signed
- HB 180 HIGHWAYS: Redesignates a portion of United States Highway 425 in Richland Parish as "Sheriff Gary Lynn Gilley Memorial Highway" Signed
- HB 299 CEMETERIES: Increases the maximum rate of ad valorem taxes the governing authority of Morehouse Parish is authorized to levy for public cemeteries and provides for the use of the proceeds of the taxes Signed
- HR 154 COMMENDATIONS: Commends Tana Trichel for her contributions as president and CEO of the Regional Economic Development Corporation of Northeast Louisiana Died
- HB 297 CONTRACTS: Provides for a "contract limit" for public works projects by the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism (EN DECREASE SG EX See Note) Signed
- HB 614 FUNDS/FUNDING: Provides relative to financial incentives for events held in La. (OR NO IMPACT See Note) Died
- HB 646 CONTRACTS: Provides for a contract limit for public work projects by the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism Vetoed
- HR 139 COMMENDATIONS: Commends Dr. Tara P. Smith on receiving the 2024 National Impact Award from the National Sweetpotato Collaborators Group Died
- HB 379 WILDLIFE & FISHERIES: Authorizes the use of dogs to retrieve mortally wounded deer Died
- HCR 47 COMMENDATIONS: Commends Joe R. Salter, former speaker of the House, on the occasion of his retirement from public service Signed
- HCR 49 CONSERVATION: Commends and expresses support for the cooperative conservation and management work being carried out by agricultural conservation partnerships in the state Signed
- HCR 99 COMMENDATIONS: Commends Eric Lane of Gerry Lane Enterprises on being named the 2024 Louisiana Automobile Dealers Association Dealer of the Year Signed
- HR 74 COMMENDATIONS: Commends Gene Stewart for his accomplishments Died
- HR 247 COMMENDATIONS: Commends the Oak Grove High School baseball team on winning the Louisiana High School Athletic Association 2023 Non-Select Division IV state championship Died
- HB 132 CULTURE/REC/TOUR DEPT: Provides relative to advertisement and sponsorship signs on property of the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism Signed
- HR 203 CORONERS: Requests the LMA to study the payment of expenses incurred in the disposition of deceased paupers by the coroners in certain parishes and municipalities Died
- HB 569 INSURANCE: Provides relative to homeowners' insurance Died
- HR 66 COMMENDATIONS: Commends the Oak Grove High School football team on winning the Louisiana High School Athletic Association 2022 Division IV state championship Died
- HB 194 CHILDREN/VISITATION RGTS: Provides relative to post-adoption visitation rights of grandparents Signed
- HB 329 CORONERS: Provides relative to the payment of fees for coroner's services Died
- HR 95 COMMENDATIONS: Commends Pastor William L. Nash on the occasion of his fiftieth pastoral anniversary Died
- HB 327 AGRICULTURE/SOYBEANS: Provides relative to the assessment levied on soybeans grown in the state Signed
- HB 346 STUDENT/LOANS-SCHOLARSHP: Provides for a program and a fund for the purpose of providing scholarships for students in approved teacher preparation programs (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX See Note) Signed
- HB 113 APPROPRIATIONS/JUDGMENT: Appropriates funds for payment of the consent judgment against the state in the suit entitled Benjamin Wayne Owen v. State of Louisiana, Dept. of Transportation and Development, et al. Died
Co-sponsored
792 billsCurrent session 36 bills
- HB 143 SHERIFFS: Provides relative to the per diem rate paid by the Dept. of Public Safety and Corrections for the housing of state inmates in a parish jail or institution (EN +$17,311,950 GF EX See Note) Signed
- HB 102 CRIME: Creates the crime of second degree cruelty to the elderly and persons with infirmities (EN INCREASE GF EX See Note) Signed
- HB 657 HIGHWAYS: Designates certain portions of Louisiana highways Signed
- SB 228 LOCAL FINANCE: Constitutional amendment to allow for the use of public funds to replace drinking water utility service lines located on private property. (2/3 - CA13s1(A)) (EN SEE FISC NOTE LF EX) Signed
- HB 168 CORRECTIONS: Creates a transitional reentry program for female parolees (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX) Signed
- HB 256 SCHOOLS/EMPLOYEES: Provides that school employees are subject to existing requirements pertaining to mandatory reporters, including certain training provided by the Department of Children and Family Services Signed
- HR 317 TRANSPORTATION DEPT: Urges and requests that the Department of Transportation and Development to convene a diagnostic review team to evaluate the proposed reactivation of the Norfolk Southern Railway originating at the Alabo Street Wharf Passed
- HR 5 CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of Derek Scott Introduced
- HB 392 SCHOOLS: Provides relative to requirements for posting suicide hotline information on school websites and student ID cards Signed
- HB 13 RETIREMENT/STATE POLICE: Provides relative to amortization bases within the Louisiana State Police Retirement System (EN SEE ACTUARIAL NOTE FC) Signed
- HB 980 SUPPLEMENTAL PAY: Establishes additional qualifications for service on the Fireman's Supplemental Pay Board (EN NO IMPACT See Note) Signed
- HB 268 STUDENTS: Provides relative to career-related activities for public school students (EN INCREASE LF EX See Note) Signed
- HB 346 HIGHWAYS: Redesignates a portion of United States Highway 171 as the "Speaker Joe R. Salter Memorial Highway" Signed
- HR 259 CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the tragic loss of eight children in Shreveport, Louisiana Introduced
- HR 4 CONDOLENCES: Expresses condolences on the death of the Honorable Joe R. Salter, former Speaker of the House Introduced
- HB 856 TRANSPORTATION DEPT: Provides relative to Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity Construction Phase Contract (EN SEE FISC NOTE SG EX) Signed
- HB 427 CONTRACTS: Provides relative to the duty of care for online platforms that contract with minors Signed
- HB 23 RETIREMENT/STATE EMPS: Grants a cost-of-living adjustment to eligible retirees and beneficiaries (EN +$235,000,000 APV) Signed
- HB 126 COURTS: Provides relative to the use of a facility dog by a witness during certain circumstances Signed
- HR 257 CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the tragic loss of eight children in Shreveport, Louisiana Introduced
- HR 258 CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the tragic loss of eight children in Shreveport, Louisiana Introduced
- HB 933 RECORDS/RECORDATION: Provides for commemorative birth certificates (EN +$125,000 SG RV See Note) Signed
- HR 224 COMMENDATIONS: Commends Paul Hollis, director of the United States Mint, on the occasion of his return visit to the La. House of Representatives Introduced
- HB 445 EDUCATION: Provides relative to the Louisiana Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Advisory Council (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX See Note) Signed
- HB 1244 MTR VEHICLE/EMERGENCY: Establishes a driver's license designation for persons with brain injuries Signed
Historical 756 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
- SB 146 LOCAL FINANCE: Provides relative to the issuance of bonds by the Lake Providence Port Commission and the powers of the commission. (gov sig) (EN SEE FISC NOTE LF EX See Note) Signed
- 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 575 ABORTION: Provides relative to liability for the unlawful termination of a pregnancy 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
- SB 66 DISCRIMINATION: Provides relative to discrimination based on military status in education, employment, public accommodations and housing options. (8/1/25) 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 558 HIGHER EDUCATION: Provides relative to initial eligibility requirements for the M.J. Foster Promise Program (EG1 INCREASE SD EX See Note) 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
- HB 189 INSURANCE/GROUP-SHERIFFS: Provides relative to certain retirees of the East Carroll Parish Sheriff's Dept. (EN NO IMPACT LF EX See Note) Signed
- HR 20 CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House on the death of Steven "Steve" Joseph Miguez Died
- HR 259 LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS: Condemns the May 21, 2025, murder of Israeli Embassy employees in Washington, D.C. Died
- 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
- SB 85 BOATS/BOATING: Provides for parishes to designate no-wake zones on state waterways. (8/1/25) Signed
- SB 106 HUNTERS/HUNTING: Provides for frogging at night. (8/1/25) Signed
- HR 296 COMMENDATIONS: Commemorates the celebration of St. Patrick's Day and recognizes the cultural and historic links between Ireland and Louisiana and the establishment of the American Irish State Legislators Caucus Died
- HB 628 TREASURY DEPARTMENT: Establishes the La. Dividend Program within the Dept. of Treasury and provides for funding, administration, qualifications, and restrictions (RR SEE FISC NOTE SD EX) Died
- HB 640 TRANSPORTATION DEPT: Establishes the office of Louisiana Highway Construction (EN INCREASE GF EX See Note) Signed
- HR 152 SEAFOOD: Urges and requests the secretary of the United States Department of Health and Human Services to study the negative health impacts of imported shrimp Died
- HR 236 CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of Phil Alexander Robertson Died
- HCR 37 HIGHER EDUCATION: Establishes the Caleb Wilson Hazing Prevention Task Force Signed
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 |
Not Voting | 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 |
Yea | 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) |
Not Voting | 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 |
|
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) |
Nay | 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 |
|
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 |