House Bill No. by Representative Jordan proposes the enactment of R.S. 24:35.2, which establishes new election districts for the Louisiana House of Representatives, consisting of 105 members. The bill details the specific precincts that comprise each of the 54 districts, outlining the geographic boundaries and the parishes included. This new legal language replaces the previous provision under R.S. 24:35.3, which is being repealed. The bill aims to provide a clear and updated framework for representation, ensuring that each district reflects the demographic and geographic diversity of Louisiana's population.

The new district boundaries will be effective for the 2027 elections upon the governor's signature or after the expiration of the time for bills to become law without signature, with full implementation for all purposes occurring on January 10, 2028. Importantly, the bill ensures that the terms of current officeholders will not be reduced due to these changes, maintaining continuity in representation until the new districts are officially in use. The bill also includes provisions to ensure that the precincts align with the 2026 Precinct Shapefiles and any modifications made by parish governing authorities.

Statutes affected:
HB698 Original: