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LA HB862

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2026

Primary Sponsor

Lauren Ventrella

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Not-for-profit wildlife rehabilitation organizations may use photographs and videos of animals in their care to advertise and promote their organization

  • Promotional activities are permitted across any medium or platform to solicit donations, gifts, or grants from individuals, corporations, or other entities

  • Current law prohibiting the use of rehabilitated wildlife for exploitation, commercial purposes, or pet trade remains in effect for individuals

  • Amends R.S. 56:126(E) of the Wildlife Rehabilitation Program statute

Legislative Description

Provides with respect to not-for-profit wildlife rehabilitation organizations

WILDLIFE & FISHERIES

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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