HB851

Provides relative to intentional littering

Complete·5/15/26

Louisiana HB851 prohibits intentional balloon releases, with exceptions and penalties.

Louisiana HB851 amends existing law to prohibit the intentional release of balloons, with exceptions for certain circumstances. The bill adds to the definition of intentional littering to include the intentional release of a balloon or organizing an event with twelve or more balloons. Exceptions include persons under seventeen, negligent or unintentional releases, indoor releases, and balloons made of biodegradable or photobiodegradable material.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

32 Yea

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2 Nay

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5 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 15

1:00 PM

Senate Committee on Natural Resources

Mar 25

9:00 AM

House Committee on Natural Resources and Environment

History

May 15

House

Becomes Act No. 196 without the Governor's signature.

May 15

House

Effective date: 08/01/2026.

May 7

Senate

Signed by the President of the Senate.