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LA HB80
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Robert Carter
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AI Summary
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Owners or operators of carbon dioxide storage facilities face strict liability for damages caused by unauthorized releases or loss of containment of CO2
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Owners or operators of pipelines transporting carbon dioxide for geologic storage face the same strict liability standard
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Strict liability means plaintiffs do not need to prove negligence or fault—only that damages occurred from a CO2 release
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Adds new section R.S. 9:2800.31 to Louisiana civil law
Legislative Description
Establishes strict liability for damages caused from carbon storage and transportation
CIVIL/LAW
Last Action
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Civil Law and Procedure.
3/9/2026
Committee Referrals
Civil Law and Procedure2/3/2026
Full Bill Text
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