Louisiana · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 160: DOMESTIC ABUSE: Increases the penalties for certain domestic violence offenses that involve strangulation (EN SEE FISC NOTE SG EX)

Enacted Last action June 2, 2026: Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 623.

Plain-language summary

HB 160 is a bill introduced in the Louisiana House on February 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: DOMESTIC ABUSE: Increases the penalties for certain domestic violence offenses that involve strangulation (EN SEE FISC NOTE SG EX). Primary sponsor: Alonzo Knox (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 2, 2026): Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 623.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Alonzo Knox (Democratic).