SLS 26RS-163 ENGROSSED Regular Session ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO.

55 BY SENATOR STINE MOTORAN VEHICLES.ACT To amend and reenact R.S.

Provides for clarification on the proper way to wear a safety belt.

(8/1/26) AN ACT To amend and reenact R.S.

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words in boldface type and underscored are additions.

SLS 26RS-163 ENGROSSED SB NO.

55 The original instrument and the following digest, which constitutes no part of the legislative instrument, were prepared bySenate Legislative Services.

The keyword, summary, and digest do not constitute part of the law or proof or indicia of legislative intent.

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1:13(B) and 24:177(E)] DIGEST SB 55 Engrossed 2026 Regular Session Stine Present law provides for a seat belt to be properly fastened.

Proposed law adds clarifying language that the seatbelt shall be worn as designed.

Effective August 1, 2026.

(Amends R.S.

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