House Bill No. by Representative Owen proposes a constitutional amendment to Article I, Section 4(B)(4) of the Louisiana Constitution, specifically addressing the expropriation of property. The amendment seeks to prohibit any private entity that is classified as a foreign adversary or an agent of a foreign adversary from taking or damaging property. This addition builds upon the existing requirement that expropriation by private entities must be for a public and necessary purpose, with just compensation provided to the property owner, and that the determination of what constitutes a public and necessary purpose is a judicial question.

The proposed amendment will be submitted to the voters of Louisiana for approval or rejection during the statewide election scheduled for November 3, 2026. The ballot will include a proposition asking voters if they support the amendment to prohibit expropriation of property by foreign adversaries or their agents. This legislative action aims to enhance property rights and safeguard against potential foreign influence in property matters within the state.