Energy

introduced · Louisiana · Senate May 20, 2026

SR 128: COMMENDATIONS: Commends and honors the 40th Anniversary of Entergy's River Bend Station in St. Francisville.

This bill is a Senate resolution that formally commends Entergy's River Bend Station in St. Francisville, Louisiana, on its 40th anniversary of operation. It recognizes the nuclear power plant for its role in providing safe, reliable electricity to nearly half a million customers and highlights its contributions to local employment and community partnerships. The resolution does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of the facility's achievements and legacy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill honors a nuclear power plant for providing reliable electricity and local employment, indicating support for energy infrastructure.70% confidence

Sub-Topics Nuclear

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passed · Louisiana · Senate May 28, 2026

SR 145: STATE DEPARTMENT: Recreates the Task Force on Protecting Louisiana's Critical Infrastructure from Foreign Adversaries.

Senate Resolution 145 recreates the Task Force on Protecting Louisiana's Critical Infrastructure from Foreign Adversaries to study threats to state assets such as military bases, energy facilities, and agricultural lands. The task force will consist of state legislators and designated representatives from various law enforcement and security agencies, including the FBI, Secret Service, and National Guard. Members will serve without pay but may receive travel expenses, and the group must submit its final report to the Senate by February 15, 2027.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill protects energy facilities from foreign adversaries, aligning with the goal to protect energy infrastructure.75% confidence

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passed both · Louisiana · Senate May 4, 2026

SCR 36: COMMENDATIONS: Commends Cheniere Energy on twenty years of investment, leadership, and innovation, and ten years of LNG export operations in the state.

This bill is a formal commendation from the Louisiana Legislature to Cheniere Energy, recognizing the company's twenty years of investment and ten years of liquefied natural gas export operations within the state. The resolution highlights the company's contributions to job creation, economic growth, and community partnerships in southwest Louisiana, particularly through its operations in Cameron Parish. It does not create new laws or regulations but serves as an official expression of gratitude and appreciation for the company's role in strengthening the state's energy sector and global economic standing.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly commends Cheniere Energy for LNG operations, investment, and job creation, signaling strong legislative support for the energy sector.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

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in committee · Louisiana · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 1152: ENERGY: Provides relative to the Carbon Dioxide Geologic Storage Trust Fund (OR INCREASE SD RV See Note)

This bill establishes a fee system for carbon dioxide storage facilities in Louisiana to fund safety and protection programs. It requires operators to pay fees based on the amount of carbon dioxide injected, with the money going into a special trust fund and a community safety account. Once a facility contributes five million dollars or an operator contributes ten million dollars total, fee collection pauses until funds are actually spent on safety projects. The bill creates specific rules for how the money is collected, invested, and used, while also defining terms like "excess fee" for amounts collected beyond the required trust fund deposit.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill funds safety and protection programs for carbon dioxide storage facilities, supporting clean energy infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel dependence.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes fee system for CO2 storage facilities to fund safety and protection programs, directly addressing environmental protection and carbon management.85% confidence

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signed · Louisiana · House Jun 25, 2026

HB 1095: NURSING HOMES: Provides for alternative power sources at nursing facilities

This bill requires nursing homes in Louisiana to have a permanently installed generator or alternative power source on-site to ensure electricity during emergencies. Facilities must store fuel or other power generation materials either on-site or ensure they are delivered before any emergency occurs. The law updates existing regulations to mandate these backup power capabilities for nursing facilities. This change directly affects nursing home operators who must now maintain specific power infrastructure and fuel supplies. The legislation focuses on improving emergency preparedness without specifying particular outcomes or advocating for a particular viewpoint.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates backup power infrastructure at nursing homes, strengthening energy reliability and emergency preparedness in healthcare facilities.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates backup power at nursing homes, directly protecting patient safety and healthcare service continuity during emergencies.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Resilience Long-Term Care

passed both · Louisiana · Senate May 20, 2026

SCR 6: PORTS/HARBORS/TERMINALS: Expresses support for the development, construction, and long-term operation of a liquid natural gas facility at the Greater Lafourche Port Commission's Port Fourchon.

This bill is a concurrent resolution that expresses the Louisiana Legislature's full support for building and operating a liquid natural gas export facility at Port Fourchon. It directly affects the Greater Lafourche Port Commission, local businesses, and workers involved in the project, which is currently seeking federal permits. The resolution highlights the project's potential to create thousands of jobs, generate billions in economic activity, and prioritize Louisiana-based manufacturing and employment. It also notes the project's alignment with state economic goals and a policy of exporting energy to nations with shared democratic values.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill expresses legislative support for LNG facility development, promoting energy infrastructure and economic activity in the energy sector.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill supports LNG export facility which typically increases fossil fuel extraction and emissions, potentially weakening environmental protections and increasing pollution.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expresses support for LNG facility development which is projected to create thousands of jobs and generate economic activity, indicating positive impact on employment.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly supports development of LNG facility at port, advancing transportation infrastructure and economic activity related to ports and logistics.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Ports

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passed · Louisiana · House Apr 8, 2026

HR 89: COMMENDATIONS: Commends the "LIFTOff Louisiana" team for their role in developing a highly successful response to the Federal Aviation Administration's request for proposals for the Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing and Advanced Air Mobility Aircraft Integration Pilot Program

This resolution commends the LIFTOff Louisiana team, led by the Department of Transportation and Development's office of multimodal commerce, for their successful proposal to the Federal Aviation Administration's pilot program for electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. The bill recognizes the team's work with public and private partners to advance aviation technology, including piloted and unmanned approaches to air mobility, emergency services, and medical transportation. It highlights the team's commitment to safety standards and public benefits such as reduced noise impacts and improved supply chain management. The resolution formally honors the Department of Transportation and Development, the Houma-Terrebonne Airport Commission, and the Gulf of America Center of Excellence for their contributions to this national initiative.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill commends team for advancing electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, promoting clean energy aviation technology and renewable energy applications in transportation.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill commends team for advancing aviation technology including electric aircraft and unmanned approaches, promoting technological innovation in transportation.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill commends team for advancing aviation technology and air mobility, promoting transportation innovation and infrastructure development.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Airports

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in committee · Louisiana · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 1144: ENERGY/PIPELINES: Provides for hazardous material pipeline signage

This bill requires operators of hazardous liquid pipelines in Louisiana to display their emergency contact information on all pipeline signage and line markers. Operators must certify annually that this contact information is accurate and that the provided telephone number is active and manned at all times. The legislation prohibits waivers of these requirements and establishes penalties for non-compliance, including existing fines under R.S. 30:705. These changes directly affect pipeline companies operating in the state and aim to improve emergency response capabilities.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill strengthens pipeline safety regulations by requiring emergency contact information on signage, protecting consumers and workers from hazardous material incidents.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by requiring hazardous material pipeline operators to display emergency contact information, improving response capabilities for transportation-related emergencies.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Pipeline Infrastructure

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signed · Louisiana · House May 15, 2026

HB 1033: CRIME: Provides relative to the definition of "critical infrastructure"

This bill updates Louisiana law to expand the definition of "critical infrastructure" for legal purposes, directly affecting how the state identifies and protects essential facilities. It adds specific categories such as government facilities, military installations, and oil and gas exploration equipment to existing lists that already include transportation systems, communication networks, and water treatment facilities. The changes clarify which properties and systems are considered critical infrastructure under criminal laws related to unauthorized entry and under state statutes governing cybersecurity and utility protection. These definitions help ensure consistent application of legal protections across various essential services and facilities.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill expands critical infrastructure definition to include oil and gas exploration equipment, protecting energy infrastructure from threats and strengthening energy sector security.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

in committee · Louisiana · House Mar 9, 2026

HB 901: TRANSPORTATION DEPT: Provides for funding to certain entities for infrastructure related projects within the Department of Transportation and Development

This bill creates the Louisiana State Infrastructure Bank within the Division of Administration to provide financing for public infrastructure projects. The bank will be authorized to issue bonds and loans to governmental units and private entities participating in public infrastructure projects, covering transportation, water, energy, and resilience improvements. Funds for the bank will come from federal transportation trust funds, and the bank can offer various financial assistance tools like loan guarantees and interest rate subsidies. The new bank will be overseen by a board of directors that sets rules and coordinates with state agencies to manage the infrastructure fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes infrastructure bank to fund public projects, increasing state investment in transportation, water, energy, and resilience improvements through federal trust funds.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes infrastructure bank explicitly including energy improvements as eligible projects, providing funding mechanisms for energy infrastructure development.70% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes infrastructure bank to fund transportation projects through bonds and loans, directly advancing transportation infrastructure development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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