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HB 193

CIVIL/ACTIONS: Provides relative to lawsuit procedures for incarcerated individuals

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Beryl Amedée

Louisiana HB 193 modifies civil lawsuit procedures for incarcerated individuals; passed House 71-24, now in Senate committee for review.

Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary A.
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Bill Summary · HB 193

Legislative bill overview

HB 193 modifies civil lawsuit procedures for incarcerated individuals in Louisiana. The bill passed the House with a 71-24 vote and is currently under Senate committee review. Specific provisions are not detailed in the available legislative record, but the bill addresses procedural rights for prisoners initiating legal actions.

Why is this important

Incarcerated individuals have constitutional rights to access courts and pursue civil claims, including those related to conditions of confinement, property disputes, or other matters. Procedural changes can either facilitate or obstruct meaningful access to justice for this vulnerable population. The significant House opposition (24 nays) suggests substantive disagreement over the bill's approach.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of access: Whether the bill expands or restricts incarcerated individuals' ability to file lawsuits without prohibitive barriers
  • Cost allocation: Questions about filing fees, in-forma pauperis provisions, or whether costs fall on individuals, facilities, or the state
  • Institutional burden: Concerns from corrections departments about administrative and security impacts of increased litigation procedures

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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