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HB 74

DOMESTIC ABUSE: Provides for the termination of manufacturer vehicle tracking services in certain cases of domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Regina Barrow and 7 co-sponsors

Louisiana requires vehicle manufacturers to disable tracking services on court order for domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking victims, effective August 2025.

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 225.
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Bill Summary · HB 74

Legislative bill overview

HB 74 requires vehicle manufacturers to terminate tracking services on vehicles when a court determines that the vehicle's owner or driver is a victim of domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking. The bill creates a mechanism for abuse victims to petition for disconnection of GPS and remote monitoring features that could enable their abuser to locate or surveil them.

Why is this important

Vehicle tracking technology, while useful for theft recovery and roadside assistance, can be weaponized by abusers to monitor victims' locations in real-time. This bill addresses a documented safety gap: abusers frequently use built-in vehicle technology for stalking and harassment. By allowing court-ordered termination of these services, Louisiana provides abuse victims a concrete tool to regain privacy and safety during critical periods when they may be fleeing dangerous situations.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation burden on manufacturers: Automakers must establish procedures to verify court orders and process termination requests, creating compliance costs and operational complexity across their service networks
  • Scope limitations: The bill requires a court order rather than allowing victims to self-petition, potentially creating delays and requiring legal resources that vulnerable individuals may lack; also unclear whether "termination" means permanent deletion or temporary suspension
  • Liability and technical feasibility: Questions remain about manufacturers' responsibility if tracking systems are circumvented, and whether some aftermarket or legacy systems can be disabled without disabling other safety-critical features

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

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