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LA HB698
LA HB698Provides for the districts for the election of members of the House of Representatives
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Introduced
02/27/2026
02/27/2026
In Committee
03/09/2026
03/09/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To enact R.S. 24:35.2 and to repeal R.S. 24:35.3, relative to redistricting; to provide for the election districts for the House of Representatives of the Legislature of Louisiana; to provide for effectiveness; and to provide for related matters.
AI Summary
This bill establishes new legislative districts for the Louisiana House of Representatives, creating 105 districts and repealing existing redistricting laws. It specifies the exact geographic boundaries of each district by listing the precincts within them, using precinct numbers and parish names as identifiers. The bill also clarifies that these new district boundaries will remain in effect until changed by law, regardless of any future changes to precinct boundaries by local authorities. Importantly, the bill outlines specific effective dates for these changes, with some provisions taking effect upon the governor's signature for the 2027 elections and others, including the full implementation of the new districts, becoming effective on January 10, 2028, to ensure a smooth transition and avoid reducing the terms of current officeholders.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on House and Governmental Affairs. (on 03/09/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=26rs&b=HB698&sbi=y |
| BillText | https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1446500 |
| Analysis - Digest of HB698 Original | https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1446534 |
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