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US HB7835
Bill
Status
3/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Julia Letlow
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 98 of title 28, United States Code to redefine the boundaries of Louisiana's Middle and Western judicial districts
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Middle District would comprise 8 parishes: Ascension, East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Iberville, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, Saint Helena, and West Baton Rouge
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Western District would comprise 44 parishes covering most of western and northern Louisiana, including Caddo, Calcasieu, Lafayette, Ouachita, and Rapides parishes
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Changes do not apply to any legal action commenced or pending in any Louisiana judicial district before the date of enactment
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Introduced by Rep. Letlow on March 5, 2026 and referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
Legislative Description
To amend title 28, United States Code, to redefine the eastern and middle judicial districts of Louisiana.
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
3/5/2026