Louisiana Bills & Legislation 2026 — Track Louisiana Legislature

LABetaHR 141House

Passed Chamber

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Joseph Giarrusso, III, for his service to New Orleans City Council District A

Stephanie HilfertyApr 14, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaHCR 58House

Passed Chamber

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates April 22, 2026, as Ascension Parish Day at the state capitol

Jeffery "Jeff" WileyApr 16, 2026

LABetaHR 133House

Passed Chamber

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Colette Hirstius on being named president of Shell USA

Shaun MenaApr 14, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaHR 147House

Passed Chamber

CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of J.L. "Joseph" Richard

Doyle BoudreauxApr 14, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaHR 150House

Passed Chamber

COMMENDATIONS: Commends the Shreveport Fire Department on being awarded the American Heart Association's 2026 Mission: Lifeline EMS - Gold Achievement Award

Tammy PhelpsApr 14, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaHR 152House

Passed Chamber

CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of Charles Wilson

Jeremy LaCombeApr 14, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaSB 522House

Introduced

SCHOOLS: Provides for approval for charter schools that specialize in vocational and technical education to meet workforce demands for high demand and high wage jobs. (8/1/26) (EG INCREASE GF EX See Note)

Rick EdmondsApr 14, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaSB 442House

In Committee

TAX/LOCAL: Provides for a local sales and use tax exemption in Calcasieu Parish for the furnishing of repairs to certain aircraft. (7/1/26) (OR SEE FISC NOTE LF RV)

Jeremy StineMar 31, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaHR 137House

Passed Chamber

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Todd Wallace for his leadership during the recovery and revitalization of the Lakeview community in New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina

Stephanie HilfertyApr 14, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaHR 142House

Passed Chamber

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Etta Jane Harris on the occasion of her retirement as deputy undersecretary of the Department of Children and Family Services

C. Denise MarcelleApr 14, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaHR 146House

Passed Chamber

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates April 15, 2026, as The Arc Appreciation Day in Louisiana

Shane MackApr 14, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaHR 136House

Passed Chamber

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Al Petrie for his service to the Lakeview Civic Improvement Association

Stephanie HilfertyApr 14, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaSCR 23House

Passed Chamber

AGRICULTURAL COMMODITIES: Creates the Agricultural-Based National Security Priorities Task Force.

Stewart Cathey , Jr.Apr 1, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaHB 1154House

In Committee

INSURANCE: Prohibits prior authorizations requirements for certain generic medications prescribed by qualified physicians (OR INCREASE GF EX See Note)

Brian GloriosoApr 1, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaHB 3House

Passed Chamber

CAPITAL OUTLAY: Provides for the Omnibus Bond Act

Tony BacalaMar 18, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaHB 383House

Passed Chamber

APPROPRIATIONS/ANCILLARY: Provides for the ancillary expenses of state government

Jack McFarland, Jack McFarlandFeb 25, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaSB 105House

In Committee

TOPS: Provides relative to TOPS eligibility. (8/1/26) (EG INCREASE GF EX See Note)

Stewart Cathey , Jr., Stewart Cathey , Jr.Mar 9, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaSB 460House

Passed Chamber

ROADS/HIGHWAYS: Designates a portion of Louisiana Highway 526 as the "Hayden Lane Mangum Memorial Highway". (8/1/26)

Thomas PresslyMar 31, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaHR 138House

Passed Chamber

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Martin Landrieu for his service to the Lakeview community in New Orleans

Stephanie HilfertyApr 14, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaHR 135House

Passed Chamber

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Charles Emile "Peppi" Bruneau, Jr., for his decades of service as a Louisiana legislator and Lakeview civic leader

Stephanie HilfertyApr 14, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaHR 151House

Passed Chamber

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates April 15, 2026, as Stuffed Shrimp Day at the state capitol

Joy WaltersApr 14, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaHR 145House

Passed Chamber

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Carolyn Hill for her service to East Baton Rouge Parish and the state of Louisiana

C. Denise MarcelleApr 14, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaHB 162House

In Committee

DISTRICTS/CRIME PREVENT: Provides relative to the Jefferson Place/Bocage Crime Prevention and Improvement District

Dixon McMakin, Dixon McMakinFeb 13, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaHB 568House

In Committee

CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES: Provides relative to penalty enhancements for violations of drug free school zones (EG SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

Gabe Firment, Gabe FirmentFeb 26, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaSCR 26House

Passed Chamber

CONDOLENCES: Expresses sincere and heartfelt condolences upon the passing of John Norman Gallaspy.

Beth MizellApr 8, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaSB 304House

In Committee

COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES: Provides for accreditation for public colleges and universities. (gov sig) (EG NO IMPACT See Note)

Rick Edmonds, Rick EdmondsMar 9, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaHCR 4House

In Committee

HUNTING/DEER: Suspends rules relative to chronic wasting disease (EG SEE FISC NOTE SD EX)

Danny McCormick, Danny McCormickFeb 27, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaSCR 32House

Passed Chamber

CONDOLENCES: Expresses sincere and heartfelt condolences on the passing of Dr. Richard Edward Landry.

Jeremy StineApr 15, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaHB 909House

In Committee

INSURANCE: Required coverage for behavioral health crisis services (OR INCREASE EX See Note)

Annie Spell, Annie SpellFeb 27, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

LABetaHR 139House

Passed Chamber

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Guy Williams, president of Gulf Coast Bank & Trust, for his assistance to the Lakeview community in New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina

Stephanie HilfertyApr 14, 2026Updated Apr 16, 2026

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COMMENDATIONS: Commends Joseph Giarrusso, III, for his service to New Orleans City Council District A

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates April 22, 2026, as Ascension Parish Day at the state capitol

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Colette Hirstius on being named president of Shell USA

CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of J.L. "Joseph" Richard

COMMENDATIONS: Commends the Shreveport Fire Department on being awarded the American Heart Association's 2026 Mission: Lifeline EMS - Gold Achievement Award

CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of Charles Wilson

SCHOOLS: Provides for approval for charter schools that specialize in vocational and technical education to meet workforce demands for high demand and high wage jobs. (8/1/26) (EG INCREASE GF EX See Note)

TAX/LOCAL: Provides for a local sales and use tax exemption in Calcasieu Parish for the furnishing of repairs to certain aircraft. (7/1/26) (OR SEE FISC NOTE LF RV)

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Todd Wallace for his leadership during the recovery and revitalization of the Lakeview community in New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Etta Jane Harris on the occasion of her retirement as deputy undersecretary of the Department of Children and Family Services

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates April 15, 2026, as The Arc Appreciation Day in Louisiana

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Al Petrie for his service to the Lakeview Civic Improvement Association

AGRICULTURAL COMMODITIES: Creates the Agricultural-Based National Security Priorities Task Force.

INSURANCE: Prohibits prior authorizations requirements for certain generic medications prescribed by qualified physicians (OR INCREASE GF EX See Note)

CAPITAL OUTLAY: Provides for the Omnibus Bond Act

APPROPRIATIONS/ANCILLARY: Provides for the ancillary expenses of state government

TOPS: Provides relative to TOPS eligibility. (8/1/26) (EG INCREASE GF EX See Note)

ROADS/HIGHWAYS: Designates a portion of Louisiana Highway 526 as the "Hayden Lane Mangum Memorial Highway". (8/1/26)

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Martin Landrieu for his service to the Lakeview community in New Orleans

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Charles Emile "Peppi" Bruneau, Jr., for his decades of service as a Louisiana legislator and Lakeview civic leader

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates April 15, 2026, as Stuffed Shrimp Day at the state capitol

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Carolyn Hill for her service to East Baton Rouge Parish and the state of Louisiana

DISTRICTS/CRIME PREVENT: Provides relative to the Jefferson Place/Bocage Crime Prevention and Improvement District

CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES: Provides relative to penalty enhancements for violations of drug free school zones (EG SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

CONDOLENCES: Expresses sincere and heartfelt condolences upon the passing of John Norman Gallaspy.

COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES: Provides for accreditation for public colleges and universities. (gov sig) (EG NO IMPACT See Note)

HUNTING/DEER: Suspends rules relative to chronic wasting disease (EG SEE FISC NOTE SD EX)

CONDOLENCES: Expresses sincere and heartfelt condolences on the passing of Dr. Richard Edward Landry.

INSURANCE: Required coverage for behavioral health crisis services (OR INCREASE EX See Note)

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Guy Williams, president of Gulf Coast Bank & Trust, for his assistance to the Lakeview community in New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina