HB 979·LA·house
LAW ENFORCE/OFFICERS: Increases the benefit paid to survivors of law enforcement officers and firemen (EN +$800,000 GF EX See Note)
Signed into LawFiled Mar 17, 2026
Sponsor: Jeff Wiley (R)
Latest Action
Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 909.
Jun 12, 2026
Summary
HB 979 amends Louisiana law to increase the monetary benefit paid to the survivors of deceased police officers and firefighters. The increase adds $800,000 to the existing benefit amount. The change is intended to provide greater financial support to the families of those who died in the line of duty.
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