Louisiana · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 261: ABORTION: Provides for exceptions to abortion laws relative to rape and certain sex offenses

In committee Last action March 9, 2026: Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice.

Plain-language summary

HB 261 is a bill introduced in the Louisiana House on February 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: ABORTION: Provides for exceptions to abortion laws relative to rape and certain sex offenses. Primary sponsor: Delisha Boyd (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 9, 2026): Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Delisha Boyd (Democratic).