HB983

Appropriates funds for the expenses of the judiciary for Fiscal Year 2026-2027

Complete·6/12/26

Appropriates funds for Louisiana judiciary expenses for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.

This bill appropriates funds for the expenses of the Louisiana judiciary for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. It allocates funds to the Supreme Court, Courts of Appeal, District Courts, Criminal District Court of Orleans Parish, and other courts. The total funding is $229,647,995, sourced from the State General Fund, interagency transfers, and statutory dedications. The bill reduces the State General Fund by $20,556,666 and increases it by $18,268,012 for salary increases, staff pay plan adjustments, and other expenses. The bill becomes effective July 1, 2026.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

96 Yea

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0 Nay

9 Absent

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Calendar

May 21

9:30 AM

Senate Committee on Finance

History

Jun 12

House

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 910.

Jun 12

House

Effective date: 07/01/2026.

Jun 4

House

Sent to the Governor for executive approval.