Louisiana · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 979: LAW ENFORCE/OFFICERS: Increases the benefit paid to survivors of law enforcement officers and firemen (EN +$800,000 GF EX See Note)

Enacted Last action June 12, 2026: Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 909.

Plain-language summary

HB 979 is a bill introduced in the Louisiana House on March 17, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: LAW ENFORCE/OFFICERS: Increases the benefit paid to survivors of law enforcement officers and firemen (EN +$800,000 GF EX See Note). Primary sponsor: Jeff Wiley (Republican). It lists 59 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (June 12, 2026): Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 909.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Jeff Wiley (Republican). 59 co-sponsors.