Louisiana 26RS Session Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

HR279 — ENERGY: Recognizes the value of geothermal energy development in the state

Last action — Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced May 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Signed by Governor Jeff Landry (Republican) on June 01, 2026.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

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In plain language

The bill recognizes the importance of geothermal energy development in the state.

This bill acknowledges the value of geothermal energy as a resource in the state. It aims to support the development of geothermal energy projects and promote their use.

Summary

ENERGY: Recognizes the value of geothermal energy development in the state

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. Read by title. Lies over under the rules.

  2. Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Environment.

  3. Reported favorably (10-3).

  4. Read by title, ordered engrossed, passed to 3rd reading.

  5. Scheduled for floor debate on 06/01/2026.

  6. Read by title, roll called, yeas 93, nays 3. The resolution was adopted.

  7. Enrolled and signed by the Speaker of the House.

  8. Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 146 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (146)

146 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

energy
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Frequently asked questions

What does HR279 do?
ENERGY: Recognizes the value of geothermal energy development in the state
Who sponsors HR279?
HR279 is sponsored by Joseph A. Orgeron (Republican).
What is the current status of HR279?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced May 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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