Louisiana election-related bills for 2025 legislative session
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) -- Louisiana Secretary of State Nancy Landry unveiled a package of bills that aim to protect voters and improve election integrity.
While the state ranked second for election integrity, Landry said she wouldn't be satisfied until Louisiana gets the number one spot.
“This package of bills will move us even closer to that goal. I appreciate all of the legislators who have worked with us to bring this legislation for the upcoming regular session," Landry said.
The regular session begins Monday, April 14. Here's what to know about each of these election-related bills.
Senate Bill 90: This would ban betting or wagering on elections in Louisiana. If passed, it would go into effect on Aug. 1, 2025.
Senate Bill 109: This proposed constitutional amendment would ban foreign donations for candidates or ballot measures. If approved by lawmakers, the amendment would appear on the ballot in the Nov. 15 election.
House Bill 206: This would require Louisiana lawmakers to approve consent decrees on election-related matters.
House Bill 351: This would assess court costs and attorney fees for candidates who provide false information in a notice of candidacy.
House Bill 590: This would ban the use of foreign funds for candidates and ballot propositions. Penalties proposed include a fine no more than twice the donation amount or five years in prison or both.
House Bill 223: This would increase pay for election commissioners.
Senate Concurrent Resolution: This would call for an election audit by the Louisiana Legislative Auditor every four years.