WATER/DRINKING WATER: Urges and requests the city of Shreveport to report quarterly updates to the House Committee on Natural Resources and Environment regarding the measures it has taken to address its failing grade for water issued by the Department of Health
This bill directs the city of Shreveport to provide quarterly reports to the House Committee on Health and Welfare regarding its efforts to improve its failing drinking water grade. The legislation also requires the secretary of the Louisiana Department of Health to submit these updates alongside the city's reports. By mandating regular communication, the bill aims to increase transparency about the steps being taken to address water quality issues in Shreveport.
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in committee
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Introduction
May 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced May 20, 2026
Last action May 25, 2026
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May 25, 2026
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Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Health and Welfare.
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Joy Walters
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