LA SB228

Amends Article VII, Section 14 of the Louisiana Constitution to allow political subdivisions to use public funds for identifying, inventorying, removing, or replacing drinking water utility service lines on private property owned by utility customers

Targets service lines made of or affected by hazardous materials including lead, copper, galvanized steel, or iron

Requires two-thirds approval from both houses of the Louisiana Legislature to place the amendment on the ballot

Submits the proposed constitutional amendment to voters at the statewide election on November 3, 2026

Creates an exception to the constitutional prohibition on using public funds for private benefit by adding this as the 16th authorized use under Section 14(B)