HB738

Provides relative to student disciplinary proceedings (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

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Louisiana HB738 amends student disciplinary proceedings at public postsecondary institutions.

Louisiana HB738 modifies procedures for student disciplinary proceedings at public postsecondary institutions. The bill mandates institutions to provide written notice of charges within 14 business days of receiving credible information. It extends the appeal period for students or organizations found in violation from 10 to 14 business days. The bill also requires institutions to maintain an administrative file of disciplinary proceedings, including all relevant documents and evidence. Sanctions cannot take effect until the appeal period expires or all appeals are completed.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

35 Yea

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0 Nay

4 Absent

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Calendar

May 7

12:00 AM

Senate Committee on Education

Mar 25

9:00 AM

House Committee on Education

History

May 29

House

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 441.

May 29

House

Effective date: 08/01/2026.

May 25

House

Received from the Senate without amendments.