House Bill No. by Representative Wright proposes a constitutional amendment to allow the Public Service Commission (PSC) to regulate certain common carriers and public utilities in Louisiana, specifically in the city of New Orleans. The bill seeks to amend Article IV, Section 21(C) of the Louisiana Constitution by removing the limitation on the PSC's regulatory power over common carriers and public utilities owned or operated by political subdivisions, except for safety regulations. Additionally, it introduces a new section, Article IV, Section 21(G), which explicitly grants the PSC regulatory authority over all common carriers and public utilities in New Orleans, overriding the home rule charter of the city.

The proposed amendment will be submitted to voters during the statewide election scheduled for November 3, 2026. The ballot will include a proposition asking electors whether they support the amendment to allow the PSC to regulate these entities in New Orleans and to have other regulatory authority as provided by law. This change aims to enhance the regulatory framework for public utilities and common carriers in the state, particularly in urban areas like New Orleans.