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LA HB39
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/22/2026
Primary Sponsor
Gabe Firment
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AI Summary
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Requires all persons seeking certification as a law enforcement peace officer in Louisiana to be a United States citizen
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Defines "United States citizen" by reference to federal law (42 USC 9102(18)), meaning any individual who is a citizen by law, birth, or naturalization
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Adds this citizenship requirement in addition to all existing training requirements and qualifications for peace officer employment
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Enacts new sections R.S. 40:2402(5) and 2404.4 to Louisiana law
Legislative Description
Requires peace officers to be citizens of the United States
LAW ENFORCE/OFFICERS
Last Action
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
3/9/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary1/22/2026
Full Bill Text
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