HB 1137·LA·house
EMPLOYMENT/DISCRIMINATN: Prohibits intentional discrimination based on compelled speech with respect to using certain pronouns, names, or honorifics
Signed into LawFiled Mar 31, 2026
Sponsor: Raymond Crews (R)
Latest Action
Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 579.
May 29, 2026
Summary
The law bars any employer from intentionally treating an employee unfairly because the employee is required to use certain pronouns, names, or honorifics. It applies to private businesses as well as the state of Louisiana and its political subdivisions. The measure is intended to protect workers from discrimination tied to compelled speech.
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