House Bill No. by Representative Schlegel seeks to expand the Louisiana Products Liability Act to include "digital products." The bill amends the existing definition of "product" in R.S. 9:2800.53(3) to encompass both corporeal movables and digital products, which are defined as digital applications and games that can be accessed via computers, mobile devices, game consoles, or tablets through electronic means. This expansion aims to address the growing prevalence of digital goods in commerce.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new definition for "digital product" in R.S. 9:2800.53(10), clarifying that it includes products that are digitally delivered, streamed, or accessed online. Importantly, the proposed law specifies that manufacturers will not be held liable solely for hosting third-party content, in accordance with protections under 47 U.S.C. 230. This legislative change reflects the evolving landscape of products in the digital age and aims to provide clarity on liability issues related to digital goods.

Statutes affected:
HB102 Original: 9:53(3)