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LA SB147

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/25/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kirk Talbot

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • All new residential roof construction and roof replacements must meet or exceed fortified roof standards established by the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety (IBHS)
  • Amends the State Uniform Construction Code by adding this requirement to R.S. 40:1730.28.2(A)(4)
  • Applies to residential properties throughout Louisiana
  • Effective August 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Provides for standards when constructing a residential roof. (8/1/26)

GOVERNMENTAL REGULATIONS

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate; read by title. Rules suspended. Read second time and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection and International Affairs.

3/9/2026

Committee Referrals

Commerce, Consumer Protection, and International Affairs2/25/2026

Full Bill Text

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