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in committee · Louisiana · House May 22, 2025

HB 619: MENTAL HEALTH: Provides relative to public camping (EG INCREASE GF EX See Note)

HB 619 appears to be a procedural bill focused solely on minor grammatical amendments to existing text (changing "would" to "will" and adding "an" in specific locations), not on mental health policy or public camping regulations. The bill text contains no substantive policy changes affecting residents or services. Its title mentioning "mental health" and "public camping" does not align with the actual content of the bill. This is a technical correction bill with no concrete policy impact.
Alonzo Knox (D)
in committee · Louisiana · House May 21, 2025

HB 353: ENERGY: Provides relative to carbon dioxide sequestration (OR INCREASE SD EX See Note)

HB 353 establishes new requirements for carbon dioxide sequestration facilities and transmission pipelines. It mandates that owners and operators develop emergency response plans and conduct training exercises with local emergency responders, ensuring necessary equipment and personal protective equipment are available. The bill also requires operators to monitor ground water quality, create remediation plans for contamination, and provide financial security to address potential impacts on public water systems. Additionally, it requires operators to provide alternative drinking water supplies within 24 hours if contamination renders a source unsafe.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates safety protocols, groundwater monitoring, and remediation for CO2 sequestration, preventing environmental harm while enabling climate mitigation through regulatory requirements.92% confidence
Shane Mack (R)
in committee · Louisiana · House May 21, 2025

HCR 57: LABOR: Requests a study on the financial and workforce impact of the closure of the Shreveport General Motors' truck plant facility and the economical impact that the automobile manufacturing industry has on this state

HCR 57 establishes a task force to study the financial and workforce impacts of the General Motors' truck plant closure in Shreveport. This task force will also examine the broader economic impact of the automobile manufacturing industry on Louisiana. Composed of representatives from state agencies and various business and labor organizations, the task force is tasked with researching these issues. Its purpose is to develop findings and recommendations for the legislature on how the state can attract and maintain automobile manufacturing facilities, with a report due by December 31, 2025.
Joy Walters (D)
in committee · Louisiana · House May 20, 2025

HB 632: ENERGY: Protects mineral servitude ownership in relation to carbon dioxide sequestration

Based on the provided information, the full text of HB 632 is not available. The provided "Bill Text" only contains two minor grammatical amendments. However, the bill's title, "ENERGY: Protects mineral servitude ownership in relation to carbon dioxide sequestration," indicates that HB 632 aims to establish protections for the ownership rights of mineral servitudes in the context of carbon dioxide sequestration projects. Without the full bill text, specific mechanisms or detailed provisions cannot be described.
Neil Riser (R)
in committee · Louisiana · House May 20, 2025

HB 386: BANKS/BANKING: Establishes gold and silver as currency (OR INCREASE SG EX See Note)

HB 386 amends Louisiana law to expand what is recognized as legal tender. It clarifies that gold or silver coins, specie, or bullion recognized by any state or the U.S. government will continue to be accepted as legal tender. The bill's key provision adds a "gold-backed debit instrument" to the forms of legal tender. This instrument would allow users to convert gold held in a depository into regular currency for transactions, directly affecting individuals and businesses in the state.
Raymond Crews (R) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Louisiana · Senate May 20, 2025

SB 155: MOTOR VEHICLES: Provides for emergency vehicle equipment for licensed surgeons. (8/1/25)

Senate Bill 155 expands the definition of an "authorized emergency vehicle" to include privately owned vehicles used by specific trauma surgeons. This allows board-certified trauma surgeons specializing in complex surgeries, who are affiliated with Level I, II, or III trauma centers, to have their vehicles designated as emergency vehicles. Such designation requires authorization from a fire chief and must be renewed annually. The authority can be revoked or suspended if the surgeon fails to comply with all established rules and regulations.
Jeremy Stine (R)
in committee · Louisiana · House May 20, 2025

HB 186: TAX CREDITS: Authorizes a tax credit for certain employers of La. National Guard members and military reservists (EG -$5,000,000 GF RV See Note)

House Bill 186 authorizes a refundable Louisiana income tax credit for businesses that employ members of the Louisiana National Guard or U.S. military reserve components. Businesses can claim this credit for compensation paid to employees during inactive duty training or for a "reservist differential," which makes up the difference between an employee's civilian and military pay during active duty. The credit is capped at $5,000 per business and the total statewide credits are limited to $5 million annually, awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. If the credit exceeds a business's tax liability, they will receive a refund. This bill applies to tax periods starting January 1, 2026, and ends after December 31, 2031.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes refundable tax credit for employers of military personnel, reducing business tax liability as targeted fiscal support within budget/tax framework.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAuthorizes tax credits for employers of military reservists, supporting veteran employment and pay differentials during service.90% confidence
Jason DeWitt (R)
in committee · Louisiana · House May 20, 2025

HB 75: ENERGY/CONSERVATION: Provides relative to compensation for pore space owners (EG SEE FISC NOTE GF RV)

HB 75 establishes rules for compensating owners of pore space and mineral interests within carbon dioxide storage units. It mandates that non-consenting owners in a storage unit receive compensation per acre that is no less than the average paid to other owners. Additionally, the bill requires unit operators to either compensate non-consenting mineral interest owners for the value of minerals beneath the unit or reimburse them for any extra costs incurred when drilling through the unit. The legislation also permits drilling through a storage unit, provided it complies with regulatory rules designed to protect the unit.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes compensation rules for carbon storage infrastructure, enabling development of energy infrastructure for carbon management, supporting emission-reduction efforts in energy production.80% confidence
Danny McCormick (R)
in committee · Louisiana · House May 19, 2025

HB 606: TAX/SALES-USE, LOCAL-EXEM: Exempts prescription drugs and insulin from local sales and use taxes (EG DECREASE LF RV See Note)

HB 606 creates new mandatory exemptions from local sales and use taxes in Louisiana. This bill directly affects residents by eliminating local sales taxes on essential medical items. Specifically, it exempts all drugs prescribed by a physician, dentist, or other authorized prescriber. Additionally, both prescription and nonprescription insulin for personal use will no longer be subject to local sales and use taxes. These changes are set to take effect for taxable periods beginning on or after August 1, 2025.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts essential medical items (prescription drugs, insulin) from local sales taxes, providing direct tax relief for lower-income residents on necessary healthcare costs.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExempts prescription drugs and insulin from local sales tax, reducing patient costs and improving access to essential medications.95% confidence
Chris Turner (R)
in committee · Louisiana · House May 19, 2025

HB 78: ENERGY: Authorizes the governing authority of Allen Parish to determine whether Class VI carbon dioxide injection wells may be permitted within the parish

HB 78 authorizes the governing authority of Allen Parish to determine whether Class VI carbon dioxide injection wells may be permitted within its boundaries. This bill grants the local government the power to make this decision through a resolution or ordinance. It also establishes that Class VI injection wells cannot be permitted in any parish where they are prohibited through a local option procedure. A copy of Allen Parish's decision must be provided to the relevant department.
Dewith Carrier (R)
in committee · Louisiana · House May 19, 2025

HB 271: TAX EXEMPTIONS/HOMESTEAD: (Constitutional Amendment) Authorizes a parish governing authority to increase the amount of the homestead exemption (RE SEE FISC NOTE LF RV See Note)

HB 271 is a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow parish governing authorities to increase the homestead exemption on property taxes. If a parish chooses to increase this exemption, the bill specifies that any resulting decrease in tax revenue must be absorbed by the affected taxing authority. This measure aims to prevent other taxpayers from incurring additional tax liability due to the increased exemption, and ensures that the exemption increase itself will not trigger property reappraisals or millage adjustments.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases homestead exemption for property tax relief, absorbs revenue loss to prevent tax hikes on other taxpayers, aligning with tax relief and fiscal responsibility indicators.95% confidence
Matt Willard (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Louisiana · House May 15, 2025

HB 583: ENERGY: Establishes state policy regarding affordable, reliable energy and grid resilience (OR INCREASE GF EX See Note)

HB 583 establishes state policy for affordable, reliable, and clean energy security in Louisiana. It directs the Department of Energy and Natural Resources and the Public Service Commission to prioritize domestically sourced fuels and minimize reliance on foreign nations for critical energy materials. The bill defines "reliable" energy sources as dispatchable and inclusive of hydrocarbons, while "green energy" includes nuclear reactors, natural gas, and hydrocarbons that meet federal air quality standards. This definition of "green energy" applies to all state programs that fund such initiatives, aiming to deliver cost savings to residential and commercial customers.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill defines 'reliable' energy to include hydrocarbons and 'green energy' to include natural gas, prioritizing fossil fuels over strict renewable standards.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill defines 'green energy' to include hydrocarbons and natural gas, prioritizing fossil fuels over environmental protection and weakening regulations by including polluting sources in clean energy categories.85% confidence
Jacob Landry (R)
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