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LA HB172

Bill

Status

Passed

6/11/2025

Primary Sponsor

Kathy Edmonston

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the permit exemption for local governments conducting clearing, snagging, and dredging operations for drainage purposes in Bayou Manchac from August 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030

  • Amends R.S. 56:1855(M)(2) under the Louisiana Scenic Rivers Act exceptions

  • Local governments remain exempt from permit requirements under this Part for drainage-related work in Bayou Manchac during the extended period

  • The original exemption period began May 1, 2021 and was set to expire August 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Extends the period for which the Comite River is exempt from certain provisions of the Louisiana Scenic Rivers Act

WATERWAYS

Last Action

Effective date: 08/01/2025.

6/11/2025

Committee Referrals

Natural Resources5/27/2025
Natural Resources and Environment3/31/2025

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