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HB 124

JUDGES/DISTRICT: Provides for the election of judges to the 19th Judicial District Court (EN +$267,076 GF EX See Note)

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Barbara Freiberg

HB 124 establishes elected judgeships for Louisiana's 19th Judicial District Court with $267,076 in state funding allocated for implementation.

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 243.
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Bill Summary · HB 124

Legislative bill overview

HB 124 establishes the procedure for electing judges to the 19th Judicial District Court in Louisiana. The bill allocates $267,076 in general fund expenditures to support the implementation of this judicial election process. It became law on June 11, 2025, following gubernatorial approval.

Why is this important

Judicial elections directly affect access to justice and court administration in the affected district. The financial allocation indicates this is a substantive restructuring of the judicial selection process that requires operational resources. This impacts how the 19th District fills judicial vacancies and maintains its bench going forward.

Potential points of contention

  • Election vs. appointment debate: Louisiana uses elections for some judgeships while other states use appointment systems; this bill's election approach may reflect broader questions about judicial selection methods
  • Cost implications: The $267,076 expenditure represents a new ongoing fiscal commitment that competes with other budget priorities during tight budget cycles
  • District-specific impact: Focusing on one judicial district raises questions about whether similar changes should apply statewide or if this creates inconsistent judicial selection processes across Louisiana

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

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