SB489

Louisiana SB489 authorizes third party vendors to conduct license plate inquiries to verify insurance liability coverage for motor vehicles.

Louisiana SB489 allows third party vendors to conduct license plate inquiries on motor vehicles to verify insurance liability coverage. The bill authorizes the secretary commissioner to request proposals to implement a real-time system for verifying insurance compliance using advanced technology. It also allows third parties to conduct inquiries at the request of law enforcement to verify insurance requirements. The bill includes provisions for fees, penalties for late reporting, and the creation of a database to store vehicle liability security records. Effective August 1, 2026.