Louisiana · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 139: SUITS AGAINST STATE: Provides for the amount of interest awarded on claims for personal injury or wrongful death in suits against the state or political subdivisions. (8/1/26)

Enacted Last action April 30, 2026: Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 13.

Plain-language summary

SB 139 is a bill introduced in the Louisiana Senate on February 24, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: SUITS AGAINST STATE: Provides for the amount of interest awarded on claims for personal injury or wrongful death in suits against the state or political subdivisions. (8/1/26). Primary sponsor: Franklin Foil (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 30, 2026): Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 13.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Franklin Foil (Republican).