CONGRESS: Provides for redistricting of Louisiana congressional districts. (See Act) (OR +$2,934,660 GF EX See Note)
SB 116 establishes Louisiana's six congressional districts by defining specific geographic boundaries for each, replacing the previous redistricting law. The bill assigns precise parishes and precincts to each district (e.g., District 1 covers parts of Jefferson Parish and neighboring parishes), based on 2020 Census data. It repeals the prior version of the law (R.S. 18:1276.1) and specifies that these district boundaries will remain effective until changed by future legislation. The new districts will be used for the 2028 congressional elections, ensuring representation aligns with updated precinct data.
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Introduced Feb 23, 2026
Last action Mar 9, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate; read by title. Rules suspended. Read second time and referred to the Committee on Senate and Governmental Affairs.
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Jay Morris
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