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LA HB999

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/30/2026

Primary Sponsor

Gabe Firment

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends Louisiana's motor vehicle liability insurance enforcement procedures to all vehicles operating on state highways, including those registered in other states

  • Removes the previous limitation that only required out-of-state vehicles to show proof of insurance when involved in an accident or collision

  • Authorizes law enforcement to impound any vehicle—regardless of registration state—if the operator cannot produce proof of valid automobile insurance when requested

  • Requires operators issued a notice of noncompliance to receive notification of administrative hearing rights, with copies forwarded to the Office of Motor Vehicles within 3 calendar days

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

Legislative Description

Permits the impoundment of out-of-state vehicles not covered by compulsory liability insurance

MTR VEHICLE/COMPULS INS

Last Action

Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Transportation, Highways and Public Works.

3/31/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation, Highways & Public Works3/31/2026

Full Bill Text

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