The bill enacts new provisions in Louisiana law regarding homeland security, specifically focusing on the review of state contracts involving foreign adversaries and foreign terrorist organizations. It introduces R.S. 14:112.14, which establishes an effective date of August 1, 2026, for the new regulations, and R.S. 39:1602.3, which authorizes the division of administration to review all state contracts to determine if they are held by foreign adversaries, foreign terrorist organizations, or their agents. This review process aims to enhance the state's security measures in relation to potential threats from foreign entities.

Additionally, the bill repeals Section 4 of Act No. 670 from the 2024 Regular Session of the Legislature, indicating a legislative shift in how contracts with foreign entities are managed. The bill will take effect upon the governor's signature or, if not signed, after the designated period for bills to become law without signature, as outlined in the Louisiana Constitution. If the governor vetoes the bill and it is later approved by the legislature, it will become effective the day after that approval.

Statutes affected:
SB388 Original: