Louisiana · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1147: JUDGES/JUSTICE OF PEACE: Increases the jurisdiction of justice of the peace courts for civil claims in parishes with a population of less than 26,000 persons
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1147 is a bill introduced in the Louisiana House on March 31, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: JUDGES/JUSTICE OF PEACE: Increases the jurisdiction of justice of the peace courts for civil claims in parishes with a population of less than 26,000 persons. Primary sponsor: Sylvia Taylor (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 1, 2026): Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sylvia Taylor | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 57 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
- Read by title. Lies over under the rules.