Louisiana Bills

passed · Louisiana · House Apr 30, 2026

HR 201: COMMENDATIONS: Commends Ahmad Hudson of the Ruston High School boys basketball team on being named 2026 Mr. Basketball in Louisiana

This Louisiana House Resolution formally recognizes high school basketball player Ahmad Hudson for winning the 2026 Mr. Basketball award in the state. The resolution notes his specific athletic statistics and achievements, including leading his team to a state championship appearance. It serves as an official commendation from the legislature for his athletic achievements and does not create new laws or policy changes.

passed · Louisiana · House Apr 30, 2026

HR 209: SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates April as Deaf History Month in Louisiana

This Louisiana legislative resolution officially designates April as Deaf History Month to honor the contributions and achievements of the Deaf community. The measure encourages citizens, schools, and organizations to recognize Deaf culture and support efforts for greater accessibility and inclusion. By acknowledging milestones in Deaf history and the importance of American Sign Language, the bill aims to promote awareness and equal opportunity for Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.

Topics ✓ Education

passed · Louisiana · House Apr 30, 2026

HR 199: COMMENDATIONS: Commends the Lincoln Preparatory School boys basketball team on winning the Louisiana High School Athletic Association 2026 Division IV Select state championship

This bill is a resolution that formally commends the Lincoln Preparatory School boys basketball team for winning the 2026 Division IV Select state championship. The text highlights the team's victory, noting that it marks their first state title in thirty-four years and recognizing key players and the head coach for their performance. The resolution does not create new laws or change policies but serves to acknowledge the team's achievement and encourage future success.

passed · Louisiana · House Apr 30, 2026

HR 204: SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates April 28, 2026, as Domestic Violence Prevention Advocacy Day in Louisiana

This bill designates Tuesday, April 28, 2026, as Domestic Violence Prevention Advocacy Day in Louisiana. The resolution formally recognizes the importance of addressing domestic violence and supports the efforts of the Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence. It encourages citizens and community organizations to participate in events held at the state capitol to learn about prevention and support victims.

passed · Louisiana · House Apr 30, 2026

HR 38: CONGRESS: Memorializes Congress to reform the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act and the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court and to restore the rights of privacy and protection against unreasonable searches and seizures

This resolution from the Louisiana House of Representatives asks the U.S. Congress to reform the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act and the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court. It calls for repealing and rewriting the USA Patriot Act to limit warrantless searches and investigations of American citizens. The bill seeks to restore privacy rights and Fourth Amendment protections against unreasonable searches and seizures. It also urges state officials to uphold constitutional rights and avoid participating in any violations of citizens' rights.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Technology

passed · Louisiana · House Apr 30, 2026

HR 17: TOPS: Directs the Board of Regents, Louisiana Works, and Louisiana Economic Development to study the state's return on investment with respect to the Taylor Opportunity Program for Students in collaboration with the Kathleen Babineaux Blanco Public Policy Center

This bill directs Louisiana state agencies to conduct a study on the return on investment of the Taylor Opportunity Program for Students (TOPS), a scholarship program that helps students pay for college. The study will be led by the Board of Regents, Louisiana Works, and Louisiana Economic Development in partnership with the Kathleen Babineaux Blanco Public Policy Center. Researchers will examine how TOPS recipients perform in the workforce compared to non-recipients, analyze whether scholarship amounts align with state economic needs, and provide recommendations for improving the program. The agencies must submit their findings and suggestions to the House Committee on Education by March 1, 2027. This resolution focuses on evaluating long-term economic outcomes rather than changing current eligibility rules for the scholarship program.

passed · Louisiana · House Apr 30, 2026

HR 1: COASTAL RESOURCES: Approves the annual state integrated coastal protection plan for Fiscal Year 2026-2027, as adopted by the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board

This bill (HR 1) formally approves Louisiana's Fiscal Year 2026-2027 state integrated coastal protection plan, which was already developed by the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board. It directly affects Louisiana's coastal management programs by authorizing the implementation of projects focused on protecting, conserving, and restoring coastal areas, including hurricane protection and land restoration initiatives. The plan outlines funding priorities for projects like dredged material use, land acquisition, and environmental compliance, based on established project rankings. Legislative approval is required for the plan to take effect, though it automatically becomes active if not disapproved by July 1, 2026. This is a procedural resolution, not a new policy.

Topics ✓ Environment

passed · Louisiana · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1207: PUBLIC CONTRACT/BIDS: Provides relative to selection of contractors by public entities (RE NO IMPACT See Note)

This bill amends the state's public contract laws to clarify how public entities select contractors for transportation and development projects. The changes specifically update terminology to ensure that language regarding contractor qualification explicitly includes the phrase "for bidding." By making these text adjustments, the legislation aims to refine the procedural rules governing how public works contracts are awarded.

passed · Louisiana · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1008: COLLEGES/FACULTY: Prohibits public postsecondary education institutions from retaliating against faculty members for disclosing certain alleged violations or exercising academic freedom or free speech

This bill protects faculty members at Louisiana's public colleges and universities from retaliation when they report concerns about misconduct, abuse, or other improprieties, or when they exercise their academic freedom or free speech rights. It defines retaliation to include actions like firing, demotion, suspension, or negative evaluations, and explicitly states that faculty do not need to give prior notice before reporting issues or speaking out. The law imposes civil penalties of up to $100,000 per violation, allows faculty to sue for damages including lost wages and emotional harm, and requires institutions to adopt uniform reporting and investigation policies. Additionally, the bill mandates that colleges submit annual reports to the legislature on any complaints received regarding retaliation and removes sovereign immunity protections for institutions that violate these provisions.

Topics ✓ Education

passed · Louisiana · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 610: FUNDS/FUNDING: Authorizes the state treasurer to invest up to ten percent of available monies in the Revenue Stabilization Trust Fund in gold (RE SEE FISC NOTE GF EX See Note)

HB 610 allows Louisiana's state treasurer to invest up to 10% of the Revenue Stabilization Trust Fund in gold bullion (like ingots) or gold coins (specie) used as currency. This directly affects how the state manages its budget stabilization funds, changing the treasurer's investment options. The bill specifies that gold investments must meet strict definitions for purity and form, and requires the treasurer to contract with a custodian for physical gold. It does not create new programs but modifies existing investment rules for the state's trust fund. The law would take effect on July 1, 2026, if enacted.

passed · Louisiana · House Apr 28, 2026

HB 1041: HEALTH/MEDICAL TREATMENT: Prohibits certain entities from prohibiting access based on a person's medical intervention status

This bill, known as the Louisiana Medical Freedom Act, prohibits businesses, schools, and government entities from denying services, employment, or access to individuals based on their refusal to undergo medical interventions such as vaccines or testing. It also bans employers from requiring medical interventions as a condition of employment and prevents schools from mandating such interventions beyond existing immunization laws. The legislation allows for reasonable accommodations and existing legal exemptions while repealing previous requirements related to immunization and school attendance. Violations of the act can be prosecuted by state or local prosecutors, with potential awards of attorney fees and court costs.

Topics ✗ Healthcare

passed · Louisiana · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SB 89: TAX/AD VALOREM: Requires the assessor in St. Charles Parish to provide property owners with a form for permanent registration of the homestead exemption. (gov sig) (EG -$13,117 LF EX See Note)

SB 89 requires the tax assessor in St. Charles Parish to provide property owners with a form for permanent registration of the homestead exemption, which reduces property taxes for primary residences. This directly affects homeowners in St. Charles Parish who would no longer need to reapply annually for the exemption. The bill amends existing law to specifically include St. Charles Parish in the list of parishes mandated to offer this permanent registration form, streamlining the process for eligible residents. The law would take effect upon gubernatorial approval or legislative override of a veto.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Housing

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