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LA HB672

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2026

Primary Sponsor

Charles Owen

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Louisiana Economic Development must designate brick manufacturing as a priority industry in the state

  • Requires identification and pre-certification of sites suitable for brick manufacturing, including those near clay deposits

  • Mandates creation of specialized workforce development, training, and job creation initiatives for the brick manufacturing sector

  • Brick manufacturing enterprises receive priority access to state rail lines and port facilities

  • Louisiana currently ranks 33rd nationally in clay brick production despite having substantial clay deposits, favorable natural gas pricing, and strong port/rail infrastructure

Legislative Description

Provides for matters related to brick manufacturing. (OR INCREASE GF EX See Note)

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Last Action

Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Commerce.

3/9/2026

Committee Referrals

Commerce2/27/2026

Full Bill Text

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