Bill

SB 46

CRIME/PUNISHMENT: Creates the crime of unlawful operation of a group home. (8/1/26) (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mark Abraham and 7 co-sponsors

Louisiana criminalizes unlawful group home operation, imposing criminal penalties on unauthorized residential facilities serving vulnerable populations starting August 2026.

Effective date 8/1/2026.

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Versions

SB46 Original www.legis.la.gov

SB46 Reengrossed www.legis.la.gov

SB46 Engrossed www.legis.la.gov

Senate Floor Amendment, #866, Reese, Adopted www.legis.la.gov

SB46 Enrolled www.legis.la.gov

SB46 Act www.legis.la.gov

Bill text & amendments

Digest of SB46 Original Digest of SB46 Engrossed Digest of SB46 Reengrossed

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