SB491

Provides relative to the official journal. (8/1/26)

Introduced·3/31/26
Ment Text

Louisiana SB491 amends the official journal requirements, allowing publication in newspapers or a state website.

Louisiana SB491 amends the state's official journal requirements, allowing advertisements, public notices, and proclamations to be published in a daily newspaper or a state website designated as the "Official Journal of the State." The bill specifies that any newspaper selected must meet certain qualifications and be chosen through competitive bidding. Additionally, it mandates that parish and municipal governing authorities and school boards must have their official proceedings and public notices published by contract. The changes will take effect on August 1, 2026.

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Governmental Affairs Committee
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Committee decision

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Calendar

May 6

10:00 AM

Senate Committee on Senate and Governmental Affairs

History

Apr 1

Senate

Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Senate and Governmental Affairs.

Mar 31

Senate

Rules suspended. Introduced in the Senate. Read by title and placed on the Calendar for a second reading.