Louisiana · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 471: CHILDREN: Establishes the Child Welfare Death Review Panel. (1/1/27) (OR NO IMPACT See Note)
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 471 is a bill introduced in the Louisiana Senate on March 31, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: CHILDREN: Establishes the Child Welfare Death Review Panel. (1/1/27) (OR NO IMPACT See Note). Primary sponsor: Valarie Hodges (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 1, 2026): Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Health and Welfare.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valarie Hodges | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 13 |
“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 second time by title and referred to the Committee on Health and Welfare.
- Introduced in the Senate. Read by title and placed on the Calendar for a second reading.