Budget & Taxes (State Budget)

in committee · Louisiana · House Mar 11, 2026

HB 960: APPROPRIATIONS/JUDGMENT: Appropriates funds for payment of the consent judgment against the state in the suit captioned Milton G. Brady v. The McCarty Corporation, et al

This bill allocates $65,000 from Louisiana's State General Fund to pay a consent judgment in a lawsuit between Southern University and several individuals. The funds will cover the principal amount, interest, court costs, and expert witness fees awarded in the February 2024 settlement. The money can only be used after the judgment is finalized and proper documentation is submitted to the state treasurer. Once paid, the state will no longer owe interest on this specific debt.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $65,000 from State General Fund to pay a consent judgment, fulfilling state financial obligations and preventing further debt accumulation.90% confidence

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in committee · Louisiana · House Mar 30, 2026

HB 1015: APPROPRIATIONS/JUDGMENT: Appropriates funds for the consent judgment against the state in the suit captioned Gina Raymond v. Allstate Ins. Co. et al.

This bill allocates $65,000 from the state's general fund to pay a legal settlement reached between the State of Louisiana and Gina Raymond regarding a lawsuit involving the Department of Transportation and Development. The funds will cover the principal amount, interest, court costs, and expert witness fees specified in the February 2026 consent judgment against Allstate Insurance Company, Geico Casualty Insurance Company, and Preston J. Volpi. The legislation establishes that payment will only occur after the judgment is finalized and requires submission of documentation to the state treasurer before funds are released. Once paid, the state considers the judgment satisfied and stops accruing additional interest from the effective date of the bill.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $65,000 from state general fund to pay legal settlement, directly funding a government obligation and maintaining fiscal responsibility by addressing state liabilities.85% confidence

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in committee · Louisiana · House Mar 30, 2026

HB 1013: APPROPRIATIONS/JUDGMENT: Appropriates funding for the consent judgment against the state in the suit captioned Anthony Murray v. State of La., through the Dept. of Transportation and Development

This bill allocates $198,298.75 from Louisiana's state general fund to pay a consent judgment in a lawsuit between the state and Angie Richmond, who is the legal successor of Anthony Murray. The funds are designated for the Department of Transportation and Development and will cover the judgment's principal, interest, court costs, and expert witness fees. The legislation establishes that payment requires documentation submitted to the state treasurer and specifies that interest stops accruing once the act takes effect. The bill becomes effective upon the governor's signature or after the legislative session concludes without a veto.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds to pay a legal judgment, fulfilling financial obligations and maintaining government fiscal responsibility.92% confidence

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signed · Louisiana · House Jun 18, 2026

HB 2: CAPITAL OUTLAY: Provides for the comprehensive Capital Outlay budget

This bill establishes the comprehensive capital outlay budget for Louisiana state government, institutions, and public entities for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, allocating specific funding amounts for designated projects and improvements. It outlines how funds will be sourced from the state treasury, federal funds, and self-generated revenues, with particular attention to general obligation bonds and their priority system for funding projects. The legislation sets rules for project prioritization, allowing the State Bond Commission to fund higher priority projects first while permitting exceptions for emergencies or impractical situations, and requires legislative approval for changes to project descriptions or priority designations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes comprehensive capital outlay budget and allocates specific funding for state projects and improvements, directly advancing budget management and fiscal allocation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Debt & Bonds State Budget

passed · Louisiana · Senate Apr 14, 2026

SB 423: FUNDS/FUNDING: Provides relative to the disposition of certain funds in East Baton Rouge Parish. (7/1/26) (EG NO IMPACT SD EX See Note)

This bill directs how money in the East Baton Rouge Parish Riverside Centroplex Fund should be used, affecting the city of Baton Rouge and its local projects. It allows state legislators to annually decide how much money to spend on capital improvements and operations at the Riverside Centroplex, Louisiana Arts and Science Center Museum, Riverfront Promenade, and other Riverfront Development Plan projects. The bill also specifies that any unused money in the fund stays in the fund, while interest earned from investments goes into the state general fund. The changes take effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill directs funding for local projects and capital improvements, allocating state money to support public infrastructure and facilities.85% confidence

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in committee · Louisiana · House Mar 16, 2026

HB 963: APPROPRIATIONS/JUDGMENT: Appropriates funds for payment of the consent judgment against the state in the suit captioned Elva Moorhead, et al. v. Eagle, Inc. et al.

This bill allocates $150,000 from the state general fund to pay a consent judgment against the state in a lawsuit involving the Louisiana Stadium and Exposition District and the Moorhead family. The funds are designated to cover the judgment's principal amount, interest, court costs, and expert witness fees as specified in the legal agreement signed on October 1, 2025. The legislation ensures payment occurs only after required documentation is submitted to the state treasurer and states that the judgment is considered paid on the act's effective date, stopping further interest accrual.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $150,000 from state general fund to pay a consent judgment, directly funding a legal obligation and ensuring fiscal compliance.90% confidence

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signed · Louisiana · House Jun 12, 2026

HB 983: APPROPRIATIONS: Appropriates funds for the expenses of the judiciary for Fiscal Year 2026-2027

HB 983 allocates approximately $229.6 million in state funds to cover the operational expenses of Louisiana's judicial system for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill directly affects the Supreme Court, Courts of Appeal, District Courts, and related judicial bodies by providing financial support for salaries, administrative costs, retirement benefits, and specialized programs. Key provisions include funding for judge and staff compensation, the Judicial Administrator's Office, the Judiciary Commission, the Law Library, the Judicial College, and various support services such as the Louisiana Protective Order Registry and the Families in Need of Services Program. The legislation also covers information technology expenses and contributions to judicial retirement and pension systems.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $229.6M for judiciary operational expenses, directly funding essential government services and public sector salaries.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill allocates $229.6M to fund judicial system operations, salaries, and administrative costs, directly supporting criminal justice infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Pensions State Budget Courts Domestic Violence Judges

in committee · Louisiana · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 1019: APPROPRIATIONS/JUDGMENT: Appropriates funds for payment of the consent judgment against the state in the suit captioned Shelia Ann Brooks v. Mebrahtom et al.

This bill allocates $10,000 from the state general fund to pay a consent judgment against the state in a lawsuit filed by Shelia Ann Brooks. The judgment involves multiple defendants including state transportation officials, the City-Parish of Baton Rouge, and the Baton Rouge Police Department, and was signed on November 19, 2025. The funds can only be used to pay the principal, interest, court costs, and expert witness fees as specified in the judgment, with payment contingent on submitting required documentation to the state treasurer. The bill takes effect upon the governor's signature or after the legislative session concludes without a veto.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $10,000 from state general fund to pay a consent judgment, directly funding a legal obligation and utilizing state budget resources.75% confidence

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in committee · Louisiana · House Mar 31, 2026

HB 1083: APPROPRIATIONS/JUDGMENT: Appropriates funding for the consent judgment against the state in the suit captioned Chamberlain et al. v. State of La. et al.

This bill authorizes the Louisiana state government to pay $8,500 from the state general fund to settle a 2018 consent judgment in a lawsuit brought by Lisa and Webster Chamberlain against the state Department of Transportation and Development and Caddo Parish Commission. The funds will cover the judgment's principal amount along with any awarded interest, court costs, and expert witness fees, with payment contingent on submitting required documentation to the state treasurer. Once paid, the judgment will be considered satisfied and interest will stop accruing as of the bill's effective date. The legislation takes effect upon the governor's signature or after the standard legislative timeline if not vetoed.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates state funds to settle a legal judgment, directly advancing budget appropriations and fiscal management by allocating resources for government obligations.85% confidence

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signed · Louisiana · House Jun 12, 2026

HB 1126: LEGISLATIVE EXPENSES: Makes appropriations for the expenses of the legislature for Fiscal Year 2026-2027

This bill allocates approximately $119.6 million in state and self-generated funds to cover the operating expenses of the Louisiana Legislature for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The money will pay salaries and allowances for legislators, their staff, and officers, as well as cover costs for office maintenance, technology, printing, and committee expenses. Specific amounts are designated for the House of Representatives and Senate, the Legislative Auditor, and the Louisiana State Law Institute, with remaining unspent funds required to be returned to the state general fund by October 2027. The legislation also authorizes the legislature to accept grants and donations for its operations and establishes a working capital fund for the Legislative Auditor's ancillary enterprises.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allocates $119.6M to fund legislative operations, salaries, and essential services, directly advancing budget appropriations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget