SB 261 requires that purchase agreements for unclaimed property include specific details like the property's identifying number, a court search confirming no other claims, and full seller information (including ID and contact details). It directly affects individuals or entities buying unclaimed property from holders, ensuring transparency in transactions. The bill mandates that all agreements must be unredacted and include documentation proving the seller's authority to transfer the property. The law takes effect on January 1, 2027, applying to agreements executed after that date.
HB 793 requires property developers and real estate professionals to certify that subdivision deeds, plats, and maps comply with state and local zoning rules before they can be recorded. If filed without certification or found non-compliant, these instruments become void immediately (invalid from the start) and cannot be fixed later. Filers face civil penalties of $500-$5,000 per violation or criminal charges for filing false records. The law applies to all parishes except Orleans (New Orleans) and affects anyone submitting property subdivision documents for public record.
HB 763 requires Louisiana state agencies to report settlement agreements involving alleged violations of federal or state law to a public online database. The database must include specific details for each settlement, such as the date it became final, a description of claims settled, payment amounts (with breakdowns for attorney fees, penalties, and other costs), termination conditions, and economic justification. Agencies must submit this information within 90 days of a settlement’s finalization for agreements entered after January 1, 2027, and the data will remain publicly accessible for five years. This law directly affects state agencies (which must report) and the public (which gains transparency into settlement terms and state spending).
HB 599 prohibits the sale of Louisiana's running surface water to entities outside the state. It directly affects businesses or entities seeking to purchase Louisiana water for use beyond Louisiana's borders. The bill enacts a new provision (R.S. 30:961(L)) banning such sales and repeals a prior section (R.S. 30:961(I)) that allowed the state secretary to approve cooperative agreements for out-of-state water withdrawals. This creates a clear policy change preventing the export of state-owned surface water for use outside Louisiana.
HB 284 authorizes Louisiana parishes and municipalities with populations under 50,000 to acquire abandoned or blighted properties through a streamlined process. Local governments must provide 15 days' notice to owners and deposit an appraised value into court before taking possession, rather than waiting for final court approval. The law defines "abandoned property" as vacant/unsecured or unsafe structures and "blighted property" as those declared hazardous by officials. Its purpose is to revitalize deteriorated areas by rehabilitating properties and returning them to economic use.
HB 508 removes the requirement for private property owners to obtain a hunting license when taking "outlaw quadrupeds" (animals declared pests by law) on their own land. The bill amends Louisiana law to explicitly state that property owners do not need a license for this specific activity. It directly affects landowners who encounter these designated animals on their property. The key provision is a clear legal exception to standard hunting license rules for this limited scenario.
HB 947 establishes rules for unclaimed digital assets (like cryptocurrency) in Louisiana. It presumes digital asset accounts abandoned after three years of inactivity (e.g., undelivered mail or no owner activity), requiring holders to transfer these assets to a state-designated custodian. The custodian must hold assets for three years to allow owners to reclaim them before potentially selling them at market value if unclaimed. This directly affects digital asset holders with dormant accounts and requires financial institutions managing these assets to follow specific transfer and liquidation procedures.
HB 454, the Gracey Claire Rushing Act, requires strict documentation and tracking for human remains and major organs during autopsies in Louisiana. It mandates detailed chain-of-custody reports at every handling stage - from coroner receipt to funeral home transfer - including inventories of organs placed in viscera bags. The bill requires coroners to notify families within 48 hours of any organ retention and ensures funeral homes verify organ returns before final disposition. These provisions directly affect coroners, forensic pathologists, funeral homes, and families of decedents, aiming to prevent discrepancies through standardized recordkeeping and transparency.
This bill amends Louisiana law governing the board for the New Orleans Regional Business Park. It reduces the board size from 12 to nine members and specifies exactly who appoints each member (e.g., the U.S. Representative for Louisiana's 2nd District, a state senator, and the mayor using input from community groups like the New Orleans Regional Black Chamber of Commerce). The bill also establishes procedures for filling vacancies, removing members for unexcused absences (four consecutive meetings), and requiring reappointment if a member's appointing authority's term ends. These changes directly affect how the business park's governing board is structured and operates.
This bill modernizes Louisiana's high school career and technical education system by creating a new framework known as the Louisiana Jump Start Modernization Act. It directly affects K-12 students, educators, and employers by establishing a structured pathway that allows students to earn a specialized Career Diploma recognized by all state colleges and universities. Key provisions include requiring every student starting in seventh grade to create an individual career plan, setting up a collaborative governance body to oversee program quality, and ensuring that students in rural areas have access to the same rigorous coursework as those in urban districts. The legislation also mandates the use of detailed wage data from employers to track student outcomes and defines specific roles for career coaches to guide students through their technical training.
This Louisiana resolution designates April 29, 2026, as Hospital Day to honor the state's hospitals and their staff. The measure recognizes hospitals as essential community resources that provide continuous healthcare and drive the local economy by employing over 100,000 people. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to acknowledge the role of healthcare providers. The resolution is transmitted to the Louisiana Hospital Association to mark the occasion.
This legislative resolution formally commends artist Sabrina Schmidt for her significant contributions to the cultural landscape of St. Bernard Parish and Louisiana. The bill recognizes her achievements as a plein air painter and designer, highlighting specific awards she has won and artwork she created for local events like the Grand Isle Fishing Rodeo and the Louisiana Crawfish Festival. By adopting this resolution, the House of Representatives acknowledges her artistic impact and wishes her continued success in her career.
