HB853

Provides relative to misleading solicitations by nongovernment entities (EN SEE FISC NOTE LF EX)

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Louisiana HB853 regulates misleading solicitations by nongovernment entities to prevent false government endorsements.

Louisiana HB853 amends existing law to clarify what constitutes a misleading solicitation by nongovernment entities. A solicitation is considered misleading if it falsely implies a government connection, misrepresents government identity or status, or uses urgent language without a business relationship. Misleading solicitations must include specific disclaimers and are subject to civil fines and penalties under the Louisiana Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law. Violators are also liable for civil damages.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

95 Yea

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0 Nay

10 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 28

1:00 PM

Senate Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection and International Affairs

Mar 11

9:30 AM

House Committee on Commerce

History

May 29

House

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 570.

May 29

House

Effective date: 08/01/2026.

May 26

House

Sent to the Governor for executive approval.