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LA SB213

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Bob Hensgens

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Mandatory titling required for vessels valued over $5,000 that must be numbered, and all outboard motors, purchased or transferred on or after January 1, 2027
  • Title applications for vessels and outboard motors subject to mandatory titling must be submitted within 60 days of acquisition or any change in certificate information
  • Voluntary titling remains available for all other vessels and outboard motors, with applications accepted at any time
  • Vessels with valid U.S. Coast Guard documentation remain ineligible for state certificates of title
  • Effective August 1, 2026; amends R.S. 34:852.3 and 852.4(A)

Legislative Description

Provides for titles of certain vessels and outboard motors. (8/1/26)

BOATS/BOATING

Last Action

Read by title. Ordered engrossed and passed to third reading and final passage.

3/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Natural Resources2/26/2026

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