HB595

Provides relative to permits required by local governments that impede the development of the state's natural resources

Final Passage·5/28/26

Louisiana HB595 prohibits local governments from actions that impede the development of the state's natural resources, including requiring permits.

Louisiana HB595 establishes that the state department has exclusive jurisdiction over natural resources, prohibiting local governments from actions that impede development, including requiring permits. This law aims to streamline the development of natural resources by centralizing control and reducing local regulatory barriers.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 36–0 · May 28
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

0
1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

36 Yea

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0 Nay

3 Absent

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Calendar

May 21

1:00 PM

Senate Committee on Natural Resources

History

May 29

House

Sent to the Governor for executive approval.

May 28

House

Received from the Senate without amendments.

May 28

House

Enrolled and signed by the Speaker of the House.