Louisiana · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 39: LAW ENFORCE/OFFICERS: Requires peace officers to be citizens of the United States

Enacted Last action May 22, 2026: Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 283.

Plain-language summary

HB 39 is a bill introduced in the Louisiana House on January 22, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: LAW ENFORCE/OFFICERS: Requires peace officers to be citizens of the United States. Primary sponsor: Gabe Firment (Republican). It lists 25 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 22, 2026): Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 283.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Gabe Firment (Republican). 25 co-sponsors.