HB1177

Establishes a public records exemption for personal information related to hunting and fishing licenses

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Louisiana HB1177 creates a public records exemption for personal information related to hunting and fishing licenses.

Louisiana HB1177 adds a public records exemption for personal information collected by the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries for the issuance of hunting and fishing licenses. This law aims to protect the privacy of individuals who apply for these licenses by excluding their personal data from public records. The exemption applies to any personally identifying information collected during the season for which the lottery is held. This measure ensures that sensitive personal data remains confidential and is not subject to public disclosure.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

33 Yea

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0 Nay

6 Absent

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Calendar

May 6

10:00 AM

Senate Committee on Senate and Governmental Affairs

History

May 22

House

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 339.

May 22

House

Effective date: 08/01/2026.

May 20

House

Sent to the Governor for executive approval.