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LA SB86

Bill

Status

Introduced

4/3/2025

Primary Sponsor

Regina Barrow

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Origin

Senate

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals the current constitutional requirement that judges must leave office at age 70 (currently judges who turn 70 mid-term may complete that term)

  • Amends Article V, Section 23 of the Louisiana Constitution while preserving existing retirement system provisions and benefits for judges and surviving spouses

  • Requires two-thirds approval from both legislative chambers to place the amendment on the ballot

  • Submits the proposed amendment to Louisiana voters at the November 3, 2026 statewide election

  • Takes effect January 1, 2027 if approved by voters

Legislative Description

Constitutional amendment to remove the mandatory retirement age for judges. (2/3 - CA13s1(A)) (1/1/27)

JUDGES

Last Action

Reconsidered. Read by title; returned to the Calendar, subject to call.

5/7/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary A4/3/2025

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