This resolution urges Louisiana electric utilities to evaluate their power grids for vulnerabilities to ground induced currents, which are electrical surges caused by solar storms or nuclear electromagnetic pulses. It specifically requests that the state use updated international standards to model these risks and identify hardware solutions that can block these currents from damaging transformers. The bill also asks state officials to explore federal funding and financial incentives to pay for the necessary grid hardening measures.
This Senate Resolution requests the Louisiana Department of Health to create a task force dedicated to upgrading the state's cancer data system. The proposed group will study how to modernize the Louisiana Tumor Registry by improving electronic health record sharing and enabling real-time cancer tracking. The task force will consist of eleven members from healthcare, technology, and public health sectors who will develop recommendations for better data collection and infrastructure. Their work will focus on identifying gaps in cancer care access and creating a plan for sustainable expansion of the registry. The group is required to submit its findings and any proposed laws to the Senate by February 1, 2027.
This bill establishes a Task Force on Blockchain and Digital Innovation to study and report on developments in these technologies. The legislation directly affects the secretary of state, who is tasked with leading or overseeing the task force's work. Key provisions include setting the task force's operational timeline and explicitly assigning the secretary of state as the responsible official. Recent amendments adjust specific dates within the bill and clarify the secretary of state's role in the process.
This bill establishes the Protecting Louisiana's Infrastructure from Artificial Intelligence Risk Act to regulate how artificial intelligence systems are used within the state. It directly affects organizations and individuals deploying AI technologies that interact with Louisiana residents or critical infrastructure. The legislation requires these entities to assess potential risks, implement safety measures, and report incidents to state authorities. By mandating specific oversight and reporting procedures, the bill aims to create a framework for managing AI-related threats without dictating specific technical standards.
SB 503 establishes the Minor Exploitation Prevention Act to regulate how mobile applications are distributed and used by minors in Louisiana. The law requires app stores to verify user ages and allows developers of apps intended for adults to request age signals from these platforms to restrict access to younger users. App developers must also avoid showing personalized ads to minors and provide tools for parents to supervise their children's usage. While the bill places liability on developers for correctly identifying their apps as adult-only, it protects app stores from legal responsibility if they act in good faith regarding age verification.
This bill directs the Louisiana Department of Insurance to create a free, public online dashboard that displays property and casualty insurance data. The tool is designed for homeowners and car owners to view average premiums, price changes, and insurer activity by ZIP code or parish. Insurers must submit necessary data every six months, while the dashboard will aggregate this information to protect private and confidential details. The department is required to launch an initial version within twelve months and complete full implementation within twenty-four months.
This bill asks the Board of Regents to study possible changes to the TOPS-Tech award, which helps Louisiana students pay for postsecondary training in high-demand fields. The study, to be completed by March 1, 2027, will look at whether the program should expand to cover more types of eligible programs, pay for fees beyond just tuition, and adjust eligibility rules for apprenticeship students or those working for specific workforce providers. It will also examine how well the program tracks student success, such as job placement and earnings, to measure its return on investment. The final report will include findings and any suggestions for new laws, and it will be sent to the House Committee on Education.
This bill prohibits Louisiana state agencies, including the legislature and the Board of Supervisors at Louisiana State University, from entering into contracts for artificial intelligence technology owned or controlled by specific foreign nations. Effective July 1, 2027, vendors supplying AI software or products must provide a signed affidavit confirming they are not owned by, organized under the laws of, or have their principal business in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, or Cuba. The legislation defines "artificial intelligence" as machine-based systems that make predictions or decisions and lists the five designated countries as "foreign countries of concern" to which these restrictions apply.
This bill is a non-binding resolution that asks the American Sugarcane League, LSU AgCenter, and Southern University Agricultural Center to keep researching new equipment that reduces the need to burn sugarcane fields after harvest. The request specifically targets these organizations and agricultural manufacturers to develop technology that addresses air quality and soil health concerns while maintaining efficient farming practices. As a procedural measure, the resolution does not create new laws or regulations but instead formally encourages ongoing collaborative work on this specific agricultural issue.
This bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes the "LIFTOff Louisiana" team for their successful proposal to the Federal Aviation Administration's pilot program on electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. It directly honors the Department of Transportation and Development, the Houma-Terrebonne Airport Commission, and the Gulf of America Center of Excellence for their collaborative work in advancing aviation technology and safety. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves to acknowledge the team's achievement as one of only eight selected nationally. Copies of this recognition will be sent to state officials, including the governor and agency leaders.
