Environment

passed · Louisiana · House Jun 3, 2026

HR 343: CONGRESS: Memorializes Congress to oppose any effort to transfer, divest, privatize, or dispose of Kisatchie National Forest lands or otherwise remove such lands from federal ownership and management

This legislative resolution asks the U.S. Congress to oppose any efforts to transfer, privatize, or remove parts of the Kisatchie National Forest in Grant Parish, Louisiana, from federal ownership. The bill highlights the forest's cultural, economic, and recreational value to the community while urging increased investment in outdoor activities and conservation. It does not change federal law but serves as a formal expression of local support for keeping the land under federal management.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly opposes privatization and removal of federal forest lands, aiming to protect natural resources and conservation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry

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passed both · Louisiana · House Jun 1, 2026

HCR 85: ENVIRONMENT/LITTERING: Creates a task force on illegal dumping

This bill establishes a task force to investigate and address illegal dumping in Louisiana. The primary mechanism involves appointing members to this group to study the problem and develop recommendations for prevention and cleanup. The text also includes specific amendments to ensure the New Orleans mayor and governor are included in the task force's composition. By creating this committee, the legislation aims to bring focused attention to littering issues without mandating immediate new laws or penalties.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates a task force to investigate illegal dumping and develop cleanup recommendations, directly addressing pollution control and environmental protection.85% confidence

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introduced · Louisiana · Senate May 28, 2026

SR 144: WATER/WATERWAYS: Establishes the Upper Pontchartrain Basin Task Force, provides for an assessment of the basin, and requests a suspension of approving certain permits.

This resolution establishes the Upper Pontchartrain Basin Task Force to oversee a comprehensive scientific study of the Upper Pontchartrain Basin, which includes Lake Pontchartrain, Lake Maurepas, and surrounding wetlands. The task force will be composed of state legislators, agency heads, local parish representatives, and experts from environmental organizations to evaluate the cumulative environmental impacts of industrial activities in the region. Pending the completion of this assessment, the bill requests that the governor and state agencies temporarily suspend permits for certain industrial projects in the basin. The task force is required to submit its findings and recommendations on how to protect the area's ecological integrity and long-term sustainability by March 1, 2029.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes a task force to assess environmental impacts and requests permit suspensions to protect the basin.90% confidence

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passed · Louisiana · House Jun 3, 2026

HR 367: WATER/DRINKING WATER: Recreates the Clean Water Task Force to study the public water system in Shreveport

This resolution establishes a Clean Water Task Force to investigate the public water system in Shreveport, Louisiana, which has recently faced issues like aging infrastructure, chemical contamination, and boil advisories. The task force will include representatives from state health and environmental agencies, local city officials, and local universities to assess the condition of water pipes, treatment facilities, and management practices. Members must complete their evaluations and submit a written report with recommendations for improving water quality and infrastructure reliability by November 18, 2026. The group is required to hold public hearings in Shreveport throughout the summer to gather community input before finalizing their findings.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates a task force to investigate water contamination and aging infrastructure, aiming to improve public water safety and environmental protection.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Water Quality

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in committee · Louisiana · House Jun 1, 2026

HR 380: ENVIRONMENT/AIR: Creates the Real-time Fence-line Air Monitoring and Alert System Task Force

This bill creates a task force to study the implementation of a proposed requirement for real-time air monitoring systems at Louisiana's largest petroleum refineries and chemical manufacturing facilities. The task force, which includes representatives from state agencies, industry groups, and environmental organizations, will evaluate the costs, benefits, and public health impacts of installing these monitoring systems covering seventeen specific pollutants. The group is required to submit a written report with its findings and recommendations to the House Committee on Natural Resources and Environment by February 15, 2027. This measure serves as a procedural step to gather data before potentially enacting Senate Bill No. 356, which would mandate the installation of these alert systems.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates a task force to study real-time air monitoring at refineries, aiming to evaluate public health impacts and pollution control, indicating support for environmental protection.75% confidence

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passed both · Louisiana · Senate Jun 1, 2026

SCR 29: WATER QUALITY: Creates a joint legislative committee to study and make recommendations relative to the water quality of the Atchafalaya Basin.

This bill proposes the creation of a joint legislative committee to study water quality issues within the Atchafalaya Basin. The committee would be tasked with investigating the current state of the water and providing recommendations to the legislature. By establishing this group, the bill aims to focus attention on environmental concerns specific to this region without immediately changing existing laws. The measure is currently being reviewed by state committees and has not yet been enacted into law.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes a committee to study water quality, indicating intent to address and potentially improve environmental conditions in the Atchafalaya Basin.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Water Quality

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passed both · Louisiana · Senate Jun 1, 2026

SCR 69: AGRICULTURAL COMMODITIES: To urge and request the American Sugarcane League, LSU AgCenter, and Southern University Agricultural Center, in collaboration with agricultural manufacturers, to continue work on furthering technology and research into equipment to reduce the dependency of burning sugarcane.

This bill is a non-binding resolution that asks the American Sugarcane League, LSU AgCenter, and Southern University Agricultural Center to keep researching new equipment that reduces the need to burn sugarcane fields after harvest. The request specifically targets these organizations and agricultural manufacturers to develop technology that addresses air quality and soil health concerns while maintaining efficient farming practices. As a procedural measure, the resolution does not create new laws or regulations but instead formally encourages ongoing collaborative work on this specific agricultural issue.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill urges research to reduce sugarcane burning, improving air quality and soil health, which aligns with advancing clean energy and reducing fossil fuel dependence.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill urges research to reduce sugarcane burning, directly addressing air quality and pollution concerns.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly urges and requests continued work on technology and research to reduce sugarcane burning dependency.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality

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passed · Louisiana · House May 7, 2026

HB 1209: WATER/RESOURCES: Provides for the withdrawal of surface water

This bill amends existing laws regarding the withdrawal of surface water by updating specific dates and refining how environmental impacts are evaluated. It requires state officials to consider the effects of water projects on vegetation and wildlife, including their management and potential proliferation, when reviewing contracts or agreements. The text also includes minor adjustments to numbering and punctuation within the legislation to ensure clarity. These changes aim to strengthen the assessment process for water resource projects without altering the fundamental authority to withdraw water.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill strengthens environmental protections by requiring state officials to evaluate impacts on vegetation and wildlife during water withdrawal reviews.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Water Quality Wildlife

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in committee · Louisiana · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 1206: WATER/DRINKING WATER: Provides relative to permitting and reporting of water usage at data centers

This bill establishes a new regulatory framework in Louisiana to oversee water usage at large data centers, specifically those with a capacity of one hundred megawatts or more. It grants the Department of Energy and Conservation the authority to issue water use permits for these facilities and requires them to develop specific rules by August 2027. The legislation also mandates that permits include a unique identifier for each project to improve transparency and ensures that agricultural water users remain exempt from these new requirements. Additionally, the Department of Environmental Quality must hold public hearings for data center permits and implement a system to assign unique identifiers to projects within one year of the law taking effect.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes a regulatory framework to oversee and permit water usage at large data centers, promoting conservation and transparency of natural resources.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Drinking Water

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passed · Louisiana · House May 6, 2026

HB 1171: WILDLIFE/MGT AREAS: Authorizes the use of airboats in the Maurepas Swamp Wildlife Management Area

This bill authorizes the use of airboats in the Maurepas Swamp Wildlife Management Area while establishing specific rules to limit their impact. It restricts airboat operations to a window between March 1 and September 1 each year and confines them to existing pipeline and power line paths, sloughs, and designated pull boat runs. Additionally, the legislation requires any airboat engine to be equipped with a muffler or similar device to reduce noise pollution. These measures aim to balance recreational access with environmental protection within the designated wildlife area.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates noise reduction via mufflers and restricts operations to minimize habitat impact, balancing recreation with conservation.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Wildlife

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