Louisiana · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 197: COURTS: Reduces number of judges on the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal. (2/3-CA5s9) (gov sig) (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

Enacted Last action June 1, 2026: Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 746.

Plain-language summary

SB 197 is a bill introduced in the Louisiana Senate on February 26, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: COURTS: Reduces number of judges on the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal. (2/3-CA5s9) (gov sig) (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX). Primary sponsor: Jay Morris (Republican). Most recent recorded action (June 1, 2026): Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 746.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Jay Morris (Republican).