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LA HB309
Bill
Status
2/24/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mike Bayham
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AI Summary
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Prohibits pedestrians from operating a wireless telecommunications device in a marked crosswalk in any manner requiring visual attention to the device
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Allows continuing phone calls while crossing if the device is held in a way that does not require looking at it
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Provides exceptions for reporting emergencies, traffic collisions, serious road hazards, dialing 911 to report crimes in progress, or using GPS navigation
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Establishes a misdemeanor penalty with a $25 fine for violations
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Amends R.S. 32:212 governing pedestrian right-of-way in crosswalks
Legislative Description
Provides for the crime of walking on a crosswalk while looking at a cellphone (OR SEE FISC NOTE LF RV)
CRIME
Last Action
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Transportation, Highways and Public Works.
3/9/2026