Louisiana · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 278: CRIME/PUNISHMENT: Prohibits the reinstatement of a driver's license suspended for driving under the influence without the installation of an ignition interlock device. (8/1/26)

Passed one chamber Last action May 12, 2026: Read by title, amended, recommitted to the Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice.

Plain-language summary

SB 278 is a bill introduced in the Louisiana Senate on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: CRIME/PUNISHMENT: Prohibits the reinstatement of a driver's license suspended for driving under the influence without the installation of an ignition interlock device. (8/1/26). Primary sponsor: Rick Edmonds (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 12, 2026): Read by title, amended, recommitted to the Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Rick Edmonds (Republican).