Transportation

signed · Louisiana · Senate May 15, 2026

SB 420: ROADS/HIGHWAYS: Provides for the Lafayette Metropolitan Expressway Commission. (8/1/26)

This bill establishes the Lafayette Metropolitan Expressway Commission to oversee the Lafayette Metropolitan Expressway project. It directly affects the commission's structure by specifying that the commission will have thirteen directors in total. The key provision adds two new members to the commission: one appointed by the Vermilion Parish Police Jury President and one appointed by the Iberia Parish President. These changes modify the existing legal framework to ensure broader representation from the affected parishes in the commission's governance.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes a commission to oversee expressway project, directly advancing road infrastructure development and transportation planning.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Louisiana · Senate May 15, 2026

SB 442: TAX/LOCAL: Provides for a local sales and use tax exemption in Calcasieu Parish for the furnishing of repairs to certain aircraft. (7/1/26) (EN SEE FISC NOTE LF RV See Note)

This bill creates a sales and use tax exemption for aircraft repair services in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. It directly affects businesses that perform repairs, modifications, overhauls, or upgrades on aircraft registered outside of Louisiana. The exemption only applies when repairs are done at specific airports meeting strict infrastructure requirements, including a runway at least 10,700 feet long, 200 feet wide, and with concrete at least 17 inches thick. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2026, and apply only to local taxes levied by Calcasieu Parish authorities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax exemption for aircraft repair services, reducing tax burden on businesses and promoting economic activity in Calcasieu Parish.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill provides tax exemption for aircraft repair services, supporting aviation infrastructure and maintenance in Calcasieu Parish.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Louisiana · Senate May 15, 2026

SB 40: TRANSPORTATION/DEV DEPT: Provides for approaching emergency or disabled vehicles on or near highways. (8/1/26)

SB 40 requires drivers in Louisiana to yield to emergency vehicles using lights or sirens by moving to the right edge of the road and stopping until they pass. For parked disabled vehicles displaying hazard lights or emergency signals, drivers on multi-lane highways must change lanes (if safe) or slow to a safe speed on two-lane roads. Violating these rules results in a fine of up to $200. The law directly affects all drivers on Louisiana highways and amends existing traffic procedures to clarify safe approaches to both moving emergency vehicles and stationary disabled vehicles. The Department of Public Safety will create implementing rules for this law.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates driver yielding to emergency/disabled vehicles on highways, directly enhancing road safety and protecting responders, aligning with transportation safety indicators.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Louisiana · Senate May 15, 2026

SB 115: TRANSPORTATION/DEV DEPT: Provides for the Department of Transportation and Development to accept duties of the federal government. (8/1/26) (EN SEE FISC NOTE SD EX)

SB 115 allows Louisiana's Department of Transportation and Development to assume specific transportation-related duties currently handled by the federal government, such as those under federal laws like MAP-21 and SAFETEA-LU. The bill enables the department to enter agreements with federal agencies, accept federal funds for transportation projects, and adopt necessary rules to carry out these responsibilities. It also includes a limited waiver of state immunity for lawsuits related only to compliance with these federal agreements, but does not create new liability beyond federal requirements. This bill directly affects the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development and federal transportation agencies.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enables Louisiana DOT to accept federal transportation duties/funds for infrastructure projects, directly advancing funding and management of transportation infrastructure.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Louisiana · Senate May 15, 2026

SB 122: TRANSPORTATION/DEV DEPT: Provides for bridge maintenance by the Department of Transportation and Development. (8/1/26)

SB 122 requires Louisiana's Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) to maintain all bridges, overpasses, culverts, and related structures on the state highway system. The bill defines "bridges" broadly to include all structural components and mandates the DOTD to inspect, repair, and preserve these structures while excluding bridges owned by local governments or the federal government. Starting September 1, 2026, the DOTD must submit annual reports to legislative transportation committees detailing bridge counts, maintenance status, locations, funding needs, and federal condition ratings. Beginning January 1, 2027, quarterly updates on bridge preservation plans will also be required.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires DOTD to maintain state bridges, overpasses, and culverts, ensuring infrastructure safety and preservation per bill's mandate.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Louisiana · House May 11, 2026

HB 756: BOATS/SHIPS/VESSELS: Provides relative to personal watercraft

HB 756 amends Louisiana's watercraft operation rules to clarify right-of-way procedures, collision reporting requirements, and enforcement protocols for all vessel operators. It specifies that motorboats must yield to sailboats, vessels approaching docks must give way, and operators must report collisions causing death, injury, or property damage exceeding $500 within five days. The bill also defines "boating incidents" and requires registered boat owners to report thefts to the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries within five days. These changes directly affect all recreational and commercial vessel operators navigating Louisiana waterways.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationClarifies watercraft safety rules including right-of-way and collision reporting, enhancing transportation safety standards for vessels.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

passed both · Louisiana · Senate Apr 20, 2026

SCR 25: COMMENDATIONS: Commends and congratulates the LIFTOff Louisiana Team in developing a highly successful response to the Federal Aviation Administration's request for proposals for the Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing and Advanced Air Mobility Aircraft Integration Pilot Program.

This bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes the "LIFTOff Louisiana" team for their successful proposal to the Federal Aviation Administration's pilot program on electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. It directly honors the Department of Transportation and Development, the Houma-Terrebonne Airport Commission, and the Gulf of America Center of Excellence for their collaborative work in advancing aviation technology and safety. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves to acknowledge the team's achievement as one of only eight selected nationally. Copies of this recognition will be sent to state officials, including the governor and agency leaders.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill commends a team for advancing electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, which utilize renewable energy and reduce fossil fuel dependence.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill commends efforts advancing electric aviation technology and safety, indicating support for technological innovation.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill commends a team for advancing electric aviation technology and safety, directly supporting transportation innovation.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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