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LA HB165
LA HB165(Constitutional Amendment) Provides relative to lottery proceeds benefitting veterans
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Introduced
02/18/2026
02/18/2026
In Committee
02/18/2026
02/18/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
A JOINT RESOLUTION Proposing to amend Article XII, Section 6(A)(1) of the Constitution of Louisiana, relative to the lottery; to provide for certain lottery proceeds for the benefit of veterans; to provide for appropriations from the Lottery Proceeds Fund; to provide for submission of the proposed amendment to the electors; and to provide for related matters.
AI Summary
This bill proposes a constitutional amendment in Louisiana to allow a portion of lottery proceeds to benefit veterans. Currently, lottery proceeds are primarily designated for the minimum foundation program (which funds public education) and a small amount for problem gaming services. This amendment would add a new purpose: to use revenue from a lottery game specifically created for this reason to benefit Louisiana resident military veterans and their families. The proposed change would require voter approval and would be submitted to the electors on November 3, 2026, with the ballot question asking if they support an amendment to allow the legislature to create a new lottery game for the benefit of veterans and their families.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
First appeared in the Interim Calendar on 2/20/2026. (on 02/20/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=26rs&b=HB165&sbi=y |
| BillText | https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1439474 |
| Analysis - Digest of HB165 Original | https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1439484 |
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