Louisiana · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 501: ENERGY: Authorizes the governing authority of Allen Parish to determine whether Class VI carbon dioxide injection wells may be permitted within the parish

In committee Last action May 19, 2026: Involuntarily deferred in committee.

Plain-language summary

HB 501 is a bill introduced in the Louisiana House on February 26, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: ENERGY: Authorizes the governing authority of Allen Parish to determine whether Class VI carbon dioxide injection wells may be permitted within the parish. Primary sponsor: Dewith Carrier (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 19, 2026): Involuntarily deferred in committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Dewith Carrier (Republican).