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LA HB436
Bill
Status
Passed
5/28/2025
Primary Sponsor
Gabe Firment
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AI Summary
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Prohibits "unauthorized aliens" (persons unlawfully present in the U.S. under federal immigration law) from receiving general damages and past/future wages in lawsuits arising from automobile accidents
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Creates new Civil Code Article 2315.12 to establish these damage limitations
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Provides an exception allowing unauthorized aliens to still make claims against uninsured or underinsured motorist policies where they are named as an insured
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Enacted as Act No. 17 of the 2025 Regular Session, sponsored by Representatives Firment and Edmonston
Legislative Description
Prohibits recovery of certain damages for unauthorized aliens
CIVIL/LAW
Last Action
Effective date: 08/01/2025.
5/28/2025
Committee Referrals
Judiciary A4/30/2025
Civil Law and Procedure4/4/2025
Full Bill Text
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