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LA SB185
Bill
Status
2/25/2026
Primary Sponsor
Thomas Pressly
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AI Summary
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Nondisclosure agreements that prevent victims of child sexual abuse from disclosing or discussing their abuse are declared null and void as against public policy
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Such agreements are not judicially enforceable in Louisiana courts, regardless of any other provision of law
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Applies to any agreement that prevents or has the effect of preventing victim disclosure, covering both direct prohibitions and indirect restrictions
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Enacts new section R.S. 9:2717.5 under Louisiana law governing requisites for valid agreements
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Effective August 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Provides that nondisclosure agreements involving victims of child sexual abuse are against public policy and unenforceable. (8/1/26)
SEX OFFENSES
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate; read by title. Rules suspended. Read second time and referred to the Committee on Judiciary A.
3/9/2026