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LA HB170
Bill
Status
Passed
6/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Vincent Cox
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AI Summary
- Taxi cab drivers in Louisiana are no longer required to obtain a Class "D" Chauffeur's License and now only need a standard Class "E" driver's license
- Amends R.S. 32:408(B)(2)(d) to explicitly exempt taxi cab drivers from the Class "D" license requirements
- Class "D" Chauffeur's License remains required for commercial vehicles transporting passengers or property with gross vehicle weight ratings between 10,001 and 26,000 pounds
- Class "D" requirements continue to apply to vehicles designed for transporting passengers for hire or fee, excluding taxi cabs specifically
- Enrolled as Act No. 66 of the 2025 Regular Session, sponsored by Representative Cox
Legislative Description
Removes the requirement that taxi cab drivers obtain a chauffeur's license (EN DECREASE SG RV See Note)
MTR VEHICLE/COMMERCIAL
Last Action
Effective date: 08/01/2025.
6/4/2025
Committee Referrals
Transportation, Highways & Public Works5/7/2025
Transportation, Highways and Public Works3/31/2025
Full Bill Text
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