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LA HB700

LA HB700
Provides for the districts for the election of members of the House of Representatives


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Introduced
02/27/2026
In Committee
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 the new districts for the election of members to the Louisiana House of Representatives, replacing existing redistricting laws. It defines 105 specific districts across the state, each represented by one representative, by detailing the precise combination of precincts that constitute each district. The bill also clarifies that the precinct boundaries referenced are based on specific shapefile data from the 2020 Census and subsequent modifications, and that any subdivisions of these precincts will be included within the described districts. Furthermore, it ensures that the terms of current officeholders are not affected and sets staggered effective dates for the new district boundaries, with some provisions taking effect upon the governor's signature for the 2027 elections and all provisions fully in effect by January 10, 2028, for future elections and other purposes.

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)

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