SB469

Provides relative to the Louisiana Underground Utilities and Facilities Damage Prevention Law. (8/1/26)

Complete·6/9/26

Louisiana SB469 amends the Louisiana Underground Utilities and Facilities Damage Prevention Law.

Louisiana SB469 amends the Louisiana Underground Utilities and Facilities Damage Prevention Law by updating definitions, modifying excavation procedures, and establishing requirements for broadband development projects. The bill mandates that excavators and demolishers provide at least 30 days' notice to operators of underground utilities or facilities before excavation. Excavators or demolishers must display signage at the excavation site identifying the excavator, the broadband service provider, and a contact for project inquiries.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

92 Yea

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0 Nay

13 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 8

9:30 AM

Senate Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection and International Affairs

History

Jun 9

Senate

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 902.

Jun 9

Senate

Effective date 8/1/2026.

Jun 1

House

Conference Committee report received.