Environment

HB 891 creates three new special license plates in Louisiana: "Louisiana Quail Forever," "Ducks Unlimited," and "Conserve Louisiana." Vehicle owners who purchase these plates pay additional fees ($26 for Quail, $50 for Ducks, $50 for Conserve Louisiana) beyond standard registration costs. The base fees fund the state's Conservation Fund for specific wildlife habitats (quail or waterfowl), while annual royalty fees ($50 each) go directly to the respective conservation organizations (Quail Forever or Ducks Unlimited) to support their habitat work. The "Conserve Louisiana" plate requires 1,000 applicants before issuance and directs all fees to the Conservation Fund for general wildlife conservation efforts.

This bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes W.H. Ward Properties, Inc. for being named Tree Farmer of the Year by the Louisiana Forestry Association. It directly affects the company and its family by offering legislative appreciation for their century-long stewardship of a 618-acre tree farm in LaSalle Parish. The resolution highlights the company's contributions to the state's forestry industry, including community support through scholarships and donations to the local Choctaw Indian band. This measure does not change laws or policies but serves to honor the business's achievements and its positive impact on Louisiana's forestry sector.