HSR 2 Louisiana House · 2026 Regular Session

COMMITTEE STUDIES: Requests the House Committee on Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture and Rural Development to study the land application of biosolids and other human waste-derived materials in agricultural lands in Louisiana

This bill directs the Louisiana House Committee on Agriculture to conduct a study on the use of biosolids and other human waste materials on farmland. The investigation will examine current regulations, the presence of emerging contaminants like PFAS, and potential risks to soil, livestock, and groundwater. Committee members are authorized to gather data from state agencies and experts to evaluate these issues and compare practices with other states. The committee must submit a written report of its findings to the House of Representatives by February 1, 2027.
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Introduced May 18, 2026 Last action May 22, 2026
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