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LA HB688

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2026

Primary Sponsor

Joseph Orgeron

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds Atlantic tarpon (Megalops atlanticus) to Louisiana's statutory definition of saltwater game fish under R.S. 56:8(70)(b)

  • Updates the scientific names of several existing saltwater game fish species already listed in current law, including sailfish, blue marlin, black marlin, striped marlin, roundscale spearfish, and white marlin

  • Existing saltwater game fish on the list include sailfish, blue marlin, black marlin, striped marlin, roundscale spearfish, white marlin, and red drum

  • Effective upon signature by the governor or upon expiration of the time for bills to become law without signature

Legislative Description

Adds Atlantic tarpon to the definition of saltwater game fish

FISHING

Last Action

Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Environment.

3/9/2026

Committee Referrals

Natural Resources and Environment2/27/2026

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