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LA HB776
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Ryan Bourriaque
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AI Summary
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Expands contracting authority for port priority program development from only LSU Ports and Waterways Institute to any state college or university
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Changes public hearing notice requirements from publication in "necessary journals" or department website to publication in the Official Journal of the State as provided in R.S. 43:81
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Replaces the flat 10% local match requirement for port construction projects with a tiered system based on project size: Standard Projects require 10%, Large Projects require 20%, and Very Large Projects require 30%
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Very Large Projects may require additional funding allocation outside of the Transportation Trust Fund
Legislative Description
Modifies the Port Construction and Development Priority Program
PORTS/HARBORS/TERMINALS
Last Action
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Transportation, Highways and Public Works.
3/9/2026