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This resolution urges the Louisiana State Law Institute to study and make recommendations about including digital products within the scope of the Louisiana Products Liability Act. The resolution highlights that the existing Products Liability Act establishes exclusive liability theories for manufacturers when products are unreasonably dangerous, and currently these standards do not explicitly cover digital products. The resolution notes that recent legislative actions have recognized and defined digital products, and argues that digital product designers and manufacturers should be held to the same safety standards as traditional product manufacturers. The context for this study is influenced by judicial interpretations of legal protections for digital platforms, particularly cases involving online services. The resolution requests that the State Law Institute conduct a comprehensive study and report its findings and recommendations to the legislature by February 1, 2026, with the ultimate goal of potentially expanding legal accountability for digital product designers to protect Louisiana citizens. The resolution also mandates that the study's findings be submitted to the David R. Poynter Legislative Research Library in both print and electronic formats.

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