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LA SB48
LA SB48Establishes reciprocity between Louisiana and Ireland for driver's license recognition. (8/1/26)
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Introduced
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
In Committee
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend and reenact R.S. 32:404(F)(1) and to enact R.S. 32:404(G), relative to international driving privileges; to provide for technical corrections; to authorize establishing reciprocity with Ireland relative to driver's licenses; and to provide for related matters.
AI Summary
This bill, effective August 1, 2026, amends Louisiana law to establish a reciprocity agreement for driver's licenses with Ireland, meaning that a valid driver's license issued by Ireland will be recognized in Louisiana and vice-versa, allowing individuals to drive in either jurisdiction without needing to obtain a new license, and it makes technical corrections to existing statutes regarding international driving privileges by specifically authorizing the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, office of motor vehicles, to enter into this agreement with Ireland.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Prefiled and under the rules provisionally referred to the Committee on Transportation, Highways and Public Works. (on 02/12/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=26rs&b=SB48&sbi=y |
| BillText | https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1438381 |
| Analysis - Digest of SB48 Original | https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1438384 |
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