House Bill No. [insert number] aims to establish regulations concerning online marketplaces by enacting R.S. 51:3267. The bill defines key terms such as "local governing authority," which refers to the legislative body of cities, municipalities, parishes, or other political subdivisions in Louisiana, and "online marketplace," which includes entities that facilitate transactions through various platforms. Notably, the definition clarifies that online marketplaces do not encompass local or state governmental entities or vendors.

The bill explicitly prohibits local governing authorities from regulating the operation of online marketplaces and from requiring these platforms to disclose personally identifiable information of users without an administrative subpoena or court order. This legislation seeks to protect the integrity and operation of online marketplaces by limiting local governmental interference.