Louisiana · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 479: JUDGES: Provides for legislative address to the governor for the removal of certain judges for malfeasance, gross misconduct, or incompetence committed while in office. (See Act)

Enacted Last action June 12, 2026: Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 916.

Plain-language summary

SB 479 is a bill introduced in the Louisiana Senate on March 31, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: JUDGES: Provides for legislative address to the governor for the removal of certain judges for malfeasance, gross misconduct, or incompetence committed while in office. (See Act). Primary sponsor: Jay Morris (Republican). It lists 32 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (June 12, 2026): Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 916.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Jay Morris (Republican). 32 co-sponsors.