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passed · Louisiana · Senate Jun 1, 2026

SR 176: IDENTITY DATA: Requests the office of alcohol and tobacco control and the Board of Regents to study the feasibility of student identification cards being used for digital identification verification.

This Senate resolution asks the Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control and the Board of Regents to jointly study whether student ID cards from Louisiana colleges could be used for digital identity verification. The study will examine the technology needed, security risks, privacy concerns, and costs of using these cards to verify age for alcohol and tobacco purchases. If the study finds it feasible, the agencies will recommend any necessary legal changes to allow the system before submitting their final report to the legislature by February 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill proposes studying digital identity verification systems to enhance security and streamline age verification processes.65% confidence

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passed · Louisiana · Senate May 28, 2026

SR 140: NOTARIES: Requests the Louisiana State Law Institute to study and recommend legislation relative to the acknowledgment of acts under private signature by simultaneous audiovisual transmission as a procedure separate from remote online notarization.

This Senate Resolution asks the Louisiana State Law Institute to study whether notaries can acknowledge private documents via video call as a distinct process from remote online notarization. The study would focus on creating rules that allow this method for specific documents, such as those signed privately, while excluding important legal papers like wills and trusts that currently cannot be notarized remotely. Key proposed safeguards include requiring the signer and two witnesses to appear simultaneously on video, ensuring the notary knows the signer personally or can verify their identity, and keeping a record of the original document. The Institute is instructed to report its findings and any legislative recommendations to the state legislature by March 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes digital access by studying remote notarization options for private documents, enhancing convenience and expanding technology use in legal processes.80% confidence

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passed · Louisiana · House May 6, 2026

HCR 76: HEALTH CARE: Continues the Health Inequities and Disparities in Rural Areas Task Force

This bill creates the Health Inequities and Disparities in Rural Areas Task Force to study health issues in Louisiana's rural communities and develop strategies to improve care. The task force will be made up of representatives from nursing, medical, hospital, and patient advocacy groups, along with state health officials. Its main duties include identifying causes of health gaps, exploring ways to reduce provider shortages, and studying how technology like telehealth can help rural residents access care. The group must submit a written report to the House and Senate health committees by February 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates a task force to study rural health inequities and develop strategies to improve care and reduce provider shortages.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly studies how technology like telehealth can help address rural health inequities, indicating a supportive stance toward digital health solutions.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Telehealth

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in committee · Louisiana · Senate Apr 1, 2026

SB 499: ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: Requires age verification to enter premises serving alcohol. (8/1/26)

This bill, known as the Madison Brooks Law, mandates that establishments serving alcohol in Louisiana must verify a customer's age using a specific digital credential system. It requires venues to accept a biometrically-bound QR code that confirms a person is over twenty-one by matching their live face to a one-way facial template, preventing the transfer or forgery of IDs. The law also stipulates that businesses must provide the necessary scanning equipment and that no raw biometric images or full identity data are stored after verification. Additionally, it establishes legal penalties for permit holders who fail to enforce these age verification procedures on their premises.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates a specific digital credential system for age verification, advancing technology adoption in public safety and identity management.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Online Safety

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passed · Louisiana · Senate May 6, 2026

SCR 31: CONGRESS: Memorializes Congress to amend the National Voter Registration Act.

This bill is a formal request from the Louisiana Legislature asking the U.S. Congress to update the National Voter Registration Act of 1993. The proposed change aims to modernize voter registration rules by explicitly incorporating state departments of motor vehicles and other public service agencies into the process, reflecting current practices like online registration. By urging these updates, the bill seeks to streamline how citizens register to vote and ensure voter rolls remain accurate through the use of modern technology.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill advocates for modernizing voter registration to include online processes and state agencies, thereby advancing digital access and efficiency.75% confidence

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passed · Louisiana · Senate Jun 1, 2026

SR 178: HEALTH DEPARTMENT: Requests the Louisiana Department of Health to study and make recommendations regarding modernization of the state's problem gambling prevention and education efforts.

Senate Resolution 178 asks the Louisiana Department of Health to study how to improve the state's efforts to prevent and educate about problem gambling. The study will focus on young people and college students, looking at ways to use schools, digital tools, and mobile apps to teach responsible behavior and provide early help. The department must also talk with educators, universities, and health groups before submitting a written report with its findings by February 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates a study to improve gambling prevention education in schools and universities, enhancing student support programs.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly mandates the use of digital tools and mobile apps to educate on problem gambling, advancing technology for public health.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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signed · Louisiana · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 488: SCHOOLS: Creates the School Safety Drone Response Pilot Program to supplement school crisis management and response plans. (8/1/26) (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

SB 488 establishes a pilot program to use drones as part of school safety and crisis response plans. The bill directly affects school districts by allowing them to incorporate drone technology into their existing emergency management strategies. It requires the state to fund this pilot program to test how drones can assist during school emergencies. The legislation amends the title to refer to 'Education' instead of 'Schools' to broaden the scope of the program.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill funds a pilot program to enhance school safety and crisis response, strengthening the educational environment and infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds and expands the use of drone technology in schools for safety, directly advancing the application of technology in education.85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Emerging Technology

in committee · Louisiana · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 1229: COMMERCIAL REGULATIONS: Provides relative to social media use for minors

This bill establishes new rules for how social media platforms must operate when users are minors. It requires platforms to implement specific restrictions on accounts held by young people and mandates that these companies follow certain safety requirements. Additionally, the legislation outlines a process where the state attorney general can take legal action against platforms that fail to comply with these rules or engage in unfair business practices. The text also includes minor administrative changes to the bill's structure, such as renumbering sections and adjusting punctuation.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill imposes new restrictions and mandates on social media platforms regarding minors, limiting operational freedom and imposing compliance requirements.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Online Safety Social Media

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in committee · Louisiana · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 1188: CONSUMERS/PROTECTION: Provides relative to protections for minors regarding use of chatbots

This bill establishes new rules in Louisiana to protect minors from potential harm while using companion chatbots, which are AI systems designed to simulate human conversation and relationships. It requires these platforms to obtain explicit consent from a parent or guardian before a minor can create an account and grants parents specific controls, such as monitoring chat history, limiting daily usage, and receiving alerts if the child expresses intent to self-harm. Additionally, the law mandates that platforms clearly inform users they are interacting with artificial intelligence, automatically terminate accounts for minors without parental consent, and permanently delete personal data upon account closure. Companies that knowingly or recklessly violate these provisions could face civil penalties, legal action by the state attorney general, and lawsuits from affected minors.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill imposes strict regulations on chatbot platforms, limiting their functionality and user base to protect minors, which restricts the technology's application.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Data Privacy Social Media

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in committee · Louisiana · Senate Apr 1, 2026

SB 463: NOTARIES: Provides for acknowledgment by simultaneous audiovisual transmission for certain acts. (8/1/26)

This bill allows certain documents in Louisiana to be notarized using simultaneous video calls instead of requiring in-person meetings. It applies to individuals who are already known to the notary or at least one of the two witnesses present during the video session. Under the new rules, the notary must hold the original signed document while participating in the call, and all parties must explicitly confirm the signature's authenticity during the transmission. The law also requires the final acknowledgment to state that the process was conducted via video with the notary, two witnesses, and the signer all participating together.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enables remote notarization via video, advancing digital access and modernizing administrative processes.85% confidence

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