HB 494·LA·house
ENERGY: Prohibits carbon dioxide sequestration in St. Helena Parish
FailedFiled Feb 26, 2026
Sponsor: Robby Carter (D)
Latest Action
Involuntarily deferred in committee.
May 19, 2026
Summary
The bill adds a rule that the state secretary cannot issue permits for carbon‑dioxide sequestration projects in St. Helena Parish. It would stop companies or other parties from starting or continuing underground CO₂ storage there. The measure failed after being involuntarily deferred in committee.
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