HB797

Creates the Bayou Gold Program (RR1 INCREASE SG EX See Note)

Chamber Passed·4/28/26

Establishes the Bayou Gold Program to certify businesses offering gold- and silver-backed transactional services.

The Bayou Gold Program, established by Louisiana HB797, provides a voluntary certification framework for businesses offering gold- and silver-backed transactional services. The Louisiana Department of the Treasury administers the program, maintaining a registry of certified businesses and authorizing the use of a Bayou Gold Program name, logo, or certification mark. Businesses must meet criteria such as holding allocated precious metals, ensuring customer ownership, and maintaining allocated ownership policies. Certification is valid for two years and can be renewed.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 26–2 · Apr 28
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

26 Yea

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2 Nay

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11 Absent

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Calendar

May 27

1:00 PM

Senate Committee on Finance

May 20

9:30 AM

Senate Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection and International Affairs

History

May 29

House

Scheduled for concurrence on 05/29/2026.

May 28

Senate

The amended bill was read by title, passed by a vote of 26 yeas and 2 nays, and ordered returned to the House. Motion to reconsider tabled.

May 28

House

Received from the Senate with amendments.