Louisiana legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Louisiana HR345: ENVIRONMENT: Creates the Task Force on Seismic Activity
Status: Passed both chambers, June 1, 2026
What the bill says
A resolution To create the Task Force on Seismic Activity to study the prevalence and cause of earthquakes in North Louisiana, to propose written recommendations to the legislature, and to present its findings to the public at a duly noticed public meeting.
From the introduced text:
A RESOLUTION To create the Task Force on Seismic Activity to study the prevalence and cause of earthquakes in North Louisiana, to propose written recommendations to the legislature, and to present its findings to the public at a duly noticed public meeting. WHEREAS, seismic activity has been reported in and around DeSoto, Caddo, Sabine, Natchitoches, Bienville, and Red River Parishes in recent months, including earthquakes of sufficient magnitude to be felt by residents, damage property, and be detected by regional and national seismic monitoring networks; and WHEREAS, earthquakes arise from a variety of natural processes, including movement along subsurface faults, regional geologic stresses, and other naturally occurring structural processes; and WHEREAS, seismic events may originate at varying depths and distances from areas in which potential contributing factors are located; and WHEREAS, scientific literature recognizes that certain human activities may, in some circumstances, contribute to or trigger seismic activity; and WHEREAS, earthquakes of only moderate magnitude have the potential to threaten the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Louisiana and may result in damage to homes, infrastructure, public facilities, pipelines, transportation systems, and other property; and Page 1 of HLS 26RS-5993 ORIGINAL HR NO. WHEREAS, understanding the geologic structures, fault systems, subsurface conditions, and potential human influences associated with seismic activity are essential to assessing risks and protecting public …
Sponsors
- Schamerhorn, Rodney (R, 24) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
- : Enrolled and signed by the Speaker of the House.
- : Read by title, roll called, yeas 74, nays 11. The resolution was adopted.
- : Scheduled for floor debate on 06/01/2026.
- : Read by title, passed to 3rd reading.
- : Read by title. Lies over under the rules.
Votes
- House Vote on HR 345, FINAL CONSIDERATION (#1883) (June 1, 2026): 74 yea, 11 nay, passed
Common questions
- What is HR345?
- HR345 is a bill in the Louisiana Legislature (2026 Regular Session): ENVIRONMENT: Creates the Task Force on Seismic Activity.
- What does HR345 do?
- In its own words: A resolution To create the Task Force on Seismic Activity to study the prevalence and cause of earthquakes in North Louisiana, to propose written recommendations to the legislature, and to present its findings to the public at a duly noticed public meeting.
- What is the status of HR345?
- Passed both chambers as of June 1, 2026. Latest action: Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House. (June 3, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR345?
- Schamerhorn, Rodney (R, 24).
- Where is the official record for HR345?
- On the Louisiana Legislature website: https://legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=26RS&b=HR345
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