Louisiana Bills

signed · Louisiana · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 1218: HIGHWAYS: Designates a portion of Louisiana Highway 1090 as the "Louis 'Pat' Miramon Memorial Highway"

This bill designates a specific stretch of Louisiana Highway 1090 in Slidell as the 'Louis 'Pat' Miramon Memorial Highway' to honor an individual. The law requires the Department of Transportation and Development to install signs marking this designation, but only if local or private funds cover the full cost of materials and installation. The bill does not change traffic rules or funding sources, as it relies on outside contributions to pay for the signage.

Stephanie Berault (R) · 25 co-sponsors

signed · Louisiana · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 1244: MTR VEHICLE/EMERGENCY: Establishes a driver's license designation for persons with brain injuries

This bill amends a previous law to correct a drafting error by changing the word "Section" to "Subsection" within the text governing driver's licenses for individuals with brain injuries. The change does not alter the actual policy or the rights of people with brain injuries, as it only fixes a technical classification in the statute. Consequently, the bill has no direct impact on daily life or specific groups beyond ensuring the existing legal framework is written correctly. It is a procedural measure intended to maintain the accuracy of the state's vehicle and emergency codes.

Lauren Ventrella (R) · 23 co-sponsors

signed · Louisiana · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 1214: HEALTH/LDH: Establishes the office of state health care facilities within the La. Dept. of Health and provides for the administration of certain state healthcare facilities

This bill amends a previous law to change a numerical reference from "2" to "3" within the text establishing the Office of State Health Care Facilities. The change is a minor clerical adjustment made by the Senate Committee on Health and Welfare during the legislative process. It does not introduce new policies or alter the substantive operations of the state health care facilities it governs. The amendment was passed by the House with a unanimous vote of 94 to 0 before being sent to the Senate for final consideration.

signed · Louisiana · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 1196: INSURANCE/HEALTH: Provides relative to coverage of colorectal cancer screening, colonoscopies, and associated preventive services (EN NO IMPACT See Note)

HB 1196 is a procedural amendment that modifies the language of a bill concerning colorectal cancer screening coverage. The change replaces a specific citation format with a more descriptive reference to the relevant subsection. This adjustment affects the legislative text but does not alter the policy provisions regarding insurance coverage for colonoscopies and preventive services. The bill was passed by the House of Representatives and sent to the Senate for further consideration.

signed · Louisiana · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 1172: HIGHWAYS: Designates a portion of United States Highway 165 in Oberlin, Louisiana, as the "Kulyn Brooks Manuel Memorial Highway"

This bill designates a specific stretch of United States Highway 165 in Oberlin, Louisiana, as the "Kulyn Brooks Manuel Memorial Highway" to honor an individual. The legislation directs the state Department of Transportation and Development to install and maintain signs for this new name, provided the department recovers its material and installation costs from local or private funding sources. The act limits the reimbursement for each sign to a maximum of $2,250 and applies only to the section of the road running between the northern and southern boundaries of the town.

Dewith Carrier (R) · 19 co-sponsors

signed · Louisiana · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 1192: MTR VEHICLE/LICEN PLATES: Creates the "Louisiana Dental Hygienists' Association" special prestige license plate

This bill removes the designation for the "Louisiana Dental Hygienists' Association" from the state's list of eligible organizations for special prestige license plates. By deleting the association's name from the relevant text, the legislation effectively cancels the creation of a specific license plate dedicated to dental hygienists. The change impacts vehicle owners who might have sought this plate and the association that was intended to receive it. Ultimately, the bill prevents the issuance of a custom plate for this group while leaving the general process for other special plates unchanged.

signed · Louisiana · Senate Jun 2, 2026

SB 518: PUBLIC LANDS: Allows Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College to buy and sell certain real estate. (8/1/26)

This bill allows Louisiana State University to buy and sell specific real estate properties while reserving mineral rights for the state. The amendment ensures that any minerals beneath the land remain under state ownership in accordance with the state constitution. It directly affects the university's ability to manage its land assets without transferring ownership of the resources below the surface. The legislation focuses on clarifying property transactions rather than changing existing laws about mineral rights.

signed · Louisiana · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 1173: MTR VEHICLE/OFFICE: Provides with respect to installment agreements entered into through the Reinstatement Relief Program operated by the office of motor vehicles

This bill modifies the state's Reinstatement Relief Program to clarify how installment payment agreements are handled when a debtor misses a payment. Under the new rules, if a person fails to pay a scheduled amount or reschedule it as agreed, they must pay the entire remaining balance within sixty days of receiving a specific notice from the Office of Motor Vehicles. If the debtor does not clear the debt within that sixty-day window, the bill mandates that their driver's license will be suspended until the account is brought current or the agreement is reinstated. The legislation primarily affects individuals who have entered into payment plans to resolve past-due vehicle registration or related fees and outlines the strict timeline for resolving missed payments to avoid license suspension.

passed both · Louisiana · House Jun 2, 2026

HCR 49: HIGHER EDUCATION: Memorializes congress to include physical therapy as a professional degree program for purposes of borrowing limits for students seeking federal aid for postsecondary education

This Louisiana concurrent resolution requests that the United States Congress classify the Doctor of Physical Therapy degree as a professional degree eligible for enhanced federal student loan borrowing limits. The measure aims to allow physical therapy students to access higher levels of federal financial aid, similar to other professional degree programs, rather than being restricted by lower undergraduate loan caps. It specifically targets students pursuing physical therapy education in Louisiana to support workforce development and address healthcare needs in the state. As a memorial resolution, this document does not change state law directly but formally asks the federal government to adjust eligibility rules for student loans.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Healthcare

signed · Louisiana · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 1204: JUVENILES: Provides relative to the Back on Track Youth Pilot Program

This bill amends state laws to update the funding and administration of the Back on Track Youth Pilot Program for at-risk juveniles. It mandates that fifteen percent of annual savings from criminal justice reforms be directed to the program. The Office of Juvenile Justice within the Department of Public Safety and Corrections is designated as the intermediary to manage the funds. Administration of the program will involve a partnership between this office, other state departments, and selected nonprofit groups.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice

signed · Louisiana · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 1241: CHILDREN/SUPPORT: Directs insurers to conduct data matches and to withhold and remit certain insurance and settlement payments to satisfy child support obligations (EN INCREASE SG RV See Note)

This bill requires insurance companies to check payment records against child support databases to ensure debts are paid. It applies to claims involving bodily injury, wrongful death, or workers' compensation, but excludes specific motor vehicle coverage. Insurers must allow the child support office to review data matches before releasing funds, unless doing so violates existing penalty laws. The law affects insurance providers and individuals receiving benefits who owe child support.

passed both · Louisiana · House Jun 2, 2026

HCR 94: BOATS/SHIPS/VESSELS: Urges and requests the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries to submit annual reports to certain legislative committees regarding boating safety

This concurrent resolution asks the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries to send annual reports to the state's natural resources committees. The reports must include data on boating incidents, fatalities, safety stops, citations, registered vessels, and program spending. This request aims to monitor the effectiveness of boating safety measures and ensure that new legal standards for enforcement checks do not compromise public safety. The bill directly affects the state's boating safety agency and the legislative committees that oversee environmental and natural resources issues.

Topics ✓ Transportation

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