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SB243

Provides for requirements to stop and board a vessel. (8/1/26)

Chamber Passed·3/23/26

Louisiana SB243 modifies vessel stop and boarding requirements for wildlife agents and peace officers.

Louisiana SB243 amends existing law to require wildlife agents and peace officers to have probable cause before stopping or boarding a vessel. Officers must identify themselves before boarding and are exempt from liability for trespass while performing official duties. The changes apply to vessel operation, equipment, safety, and law enforcement compliance. Effective August 1, 2026.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 31–0 · Mar 23
Current
Natural Resources and Environment Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Vote on SB 243 SB 243 BY KLEINPETER (#67)

31 Yea

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0 Nay

7 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 11

1:00 PM

Senate Committee on Natural Resources

History

Mar 24

House

Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Environment.

Mar 23

House

Received in the House from the Senate, read by title, lies over under the rules.

Mar 18

Senate

Rules suspended. Read by title, passed by a vote of 31 yeas and 0 nays, and sent to the House. Motion to reconsider tabled.