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LA HB695

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kellee Dickerson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires vehicle owners to obtain a permit from the Office of Motor Vehicles before engaging in consensual noncommercial towing on Louisiana highways and roadways

  • Mandates that vehicles being towed must use hazard lights, reflectors, signage indicating towing is in progress, and proper towing equipment

  • Requires the OMV-issued permit to be visibly attached to any vehicle while being towed

  • Violations result in a $1,000 fine payable to the Louisiana State Police

  • Directs the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Office of Motor Vehicles, to promulgate rules for implementation

Legislative Description

Requires a towing permit for consensual noncommercial towing (OR +$124,800 GF EX See Note)

MOTOR VEHICLES

Last Action

Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Transportation, Highways and Public Works.

3/9/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation, Highways and Public Works2/27/2026

Full Bill Text

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