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HB 813

ELECTED OFFICIALS: Provides relative to the term of office for the Orleans Parish sheriff (EN NO IMPACT LF EX See Note)

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mandie Landry

HB 813 adjusts Orleans Parish sheriff's term length, affecting local law enforcement leadership cycles and electoral timing in Louisiana's largest parish.

Effective date: 08/01/2026.
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Bill Summary · HB 813

Legislative bill overview

HB 813 modifies the term of office for the Orleans Parish sheriff in Louisiana. The bill appears to be a local governance measure specific to Orleans Parish (which includes New Orleans). The exact nature of the term change is not detailed in the provided information, though the "NO IMPACT LF EX" notation suggests minimal fiscal effect.

Why is this important

The sheriff's term length directly affects electoral cycles, accountability intervals, and continuity of law enforcement leadership in Louisiana's most populous parish. Changes to executive terms can influence political dynamics, constituent representation, and administrative planning for a major metropolitan area's law enforcement operations.

Potential points of contention

  • Electoral timing: Shifting term lengths can disrupt established political cycles and candidate planning
  • Accountability periods: Shorter terms may increase accountability but create instability; longer terms provide consistency but reduce electoral check-in opportunities
  • Local impact specificity: As a single-parish bill, questions may arise about whether this should apply statewide or to other parishes with similar governance structures

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

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