Louisiana · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 397: ELECTED OFFICIALS: Provides for vacancies caused by retirement, resignation, or removal from elected office. (8/1/26)

Enacted Last action May 15, 2026: Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 262.

Plain-language summary

SB 397 is a bill introduced in the Louisiana Senate on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: ELECTED OFFICIALS: Provides for vacancies caused by retirement, resignation, or removal from elected office. (8/1/26). Primary sponsor: Mike Reese (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 15, 2026): Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 262.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Mike Reese (Republican).