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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
AN ACT To amend and reenact R.S. 32:295.1(A)(1), relative to seat
AI Summary
This bill clarifies the proper way to wear a safety belt in Louisiana by amending R.S. 32:295.1(A)(1), which pertains to seat belt usage. The change specifies that drivers of passenger cars, vans, sports utility vehicles, and trucks under 26,000 pounds gross weight must wear their safety belts across both the lap and shoulder as designed, rather than behind their body or under an arm, whenever the vehicle is moving forward. This requirement applies to vehicles manufactured after January 1, 1981.
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 02/18/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=26rs&b=SB55&sbi=y |
| BillText | https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1439747 |
| Analysis - Digest of SB55 Original | https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1439749 |
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