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HB 225

GOVERNOR: (Constitutional Amendment) Provides for gubernatorial term limits

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Bayham and 1 co-sponsor

Constitutional amendment proposal would establish gubernatorial term limits in Louisiana, requiring legislative passage and voter referendum approval to modify executive power eligibility rules.

Enrolled and signed by the Speaker of the House.
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Bill Summary · HB 225

Legislative bill overview

HB 225 is a constitutional amendment proposal that would establish term limits for Louisiana's governor. The bill would modify the state constitution to restrict how many consecutive or total terms a governor can serve in office. This requires passage by the legislature and voter approval through a referendum.

Why is this important

Gubernatorial term limits directly affect executive power concentration and political continuity in state government. Louisiana currently has a two-consecutive-term limit (8 years) with no restriction on non-consecutive terms, so this amendment would reshape eligibility rules that have governed the office for decades. The outcome influences whether governors can build long-term policy agendas or if power must transfer more frequently.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition of limits: Whether the amendment imposes lifetime limits, restricts only consecutive terms, or creates a different structure than current law remains unclear from the bill's description
  • Retroactive application: Uncertainty about whether term limit changes apply to current or future officeholders, which could affect sitting or recently-elected governors
  • Voter approval process: Constitutional amendments require majority voter support, so public opinion—not just legislative preference—determines passage; polling on governor term limits often shows mixed support depending on current officeholder popularity

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

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