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Introduced
04/02/2024
04/02/2024
In Committee
05/01/2024
05/01/2024
Crossed Over
04/22/2024
04/22/2024
Passed
05/30/2024
05/30/2024
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
06/10/2024
06/10/2024
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To enact Chapter 67 of Title 51 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, to
AI Summary
This bill enacts Chapter 67 of Title 51 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes to provide for transparency in utility billing for residential tenants. It defines key terms like "housing provider," "individual meter," "original bill," and "third-party billing." The bill allows tenants to request copies of their original utility bills from the housing provider and requires the housing provider to provide those copies within 30 days. It also imposes civil penalties of up to $500 per violation and allows tenants or the state attorney general to bring civil actions against housing providers who violate the law.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Effective date: 08/01/2024. (on 06/10/2024)
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