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LA HB172
Bill
Status
2/18/2026
Primary Sponsor
Candace Newell
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AI Summary
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Proposes amending Article X, Section 10(A)(1)(b) of the Louisiana Constitution to authorize state supplemental pay for fire protection officers employed by airport authorities
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Expands existing constitutional authority that currently allows supplemental pay only for fire protection officers employed by port authorities
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Requires two-thirds approval from both houses of the Louisiana Legislature to place the amendment on the ballot
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Amendment will be submitted to Louisiana voters at the statewide election on November 3, 2026
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Eligible fire protection officers must be employed full-time providing fire protection services to an airport authority to qualify for supplemental pay
Legislative Description
(Constitutional Amendment) Provides for supplemental pay for fire protection officers employed by an airport authority (OR +$316,800 GF EX See Note)
CIVIL SERVICE/STATE
Last Action
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
3/9/2026