Louisiana legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Louisiana SR174: ENERGY PRODUCTION: Recreates the Task Force on Energy Infrastructure and Modernization to study polices that promote energy self-generation, industrial microgrids, and expedited permitting in the state of Louisiana.
Status: Passed both chambers, May 29, 2026
What the bill says
A resolution To recreate and provide for the Task Force on Energy Infrastructure and Modernization to study polices that promote energy self-generation, industrial microgrids, and expedited permitting in the state of Louisiana.
From the introduced text:
A RESOLUTION To recreate and provide for the Task Force on Energy Infrastructure and Modernization to study polices that promote energy self-generation, industrial microgrids, and expedited permitting in the state of Louisiana. WHEREAS, Louisiana is experiencing an increased demand for electricity that is driven by industrial expansion and power for data centers; and WHEREAS, the long-term reliability and affordability of the state's electric grid are critical to sustaining economic growth and energy security; and WHEREAS, delays in permitting, limited self-generation opportunities, and outdated infrastructure financing models may pose risks to grid stability and investment in key industries; and WHEREAS, some states have enacted legislation to modernize their energy policies by allowing large customer microgrids and streamlining state permitting processes; and WHEREAS, Louisiana's industrial sector, which consumes over forty percent of the state's electricity, is asking for the ability to self-generate power, including through renewable sources, to meet corporate sustainability goals and mitigate escalating utility costs; and WHEREAS, a study conducted for large industrial customers of Entergy Louisiana Page 1 of SLS 26RS-4152 ORIGINAL SR NO. found that base rates for all customers are projected to rise ninety percent from 2018 to 2030, prompting industries to seek alternatives to traditional utility services; and WHEREAS, allowing generators to serve large industrial loads directly, including multiple customers, could provide these industries with more …
Sponsors
- Henry, Cameron (R, 9) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 6/2/2026.
- : Senate amendments read and adopted. Read by title and adopted.
- : Rules suspended.
- : Introduced in the Senate. Read by title and placed on the Calendar for a second reading.
Common questions
- What is SR174?
- SR174 is a bill in the Louisiana Legislature (2026 Regular Session): ENERGY PRODUCTION: Recreates the Task Force on Energy Infrastructure and Modernization to study polices that promote energy self-generation, industrial microgrids, and expedited permitting in the state of Louisiana.
- What does SR174 do?
- In its own words: A resolution To recreate and provide for the Task Force on Energy Infrastructure and Modernization to study polices that promote energy self-generation, industrial microgrids, and expedited permitting in the state of Louisiana.
- What is the status of SR174?
- Passed both chambers as of May 29, 2026. Latest action: Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 6/2/2026. (June 1, 2026).
- Who sponsored SR174?
- Henry, Cameron (R, 9).
- Where is the official record for SR174?
- On the Louisiana Legislature website: https://legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=26RS&b=SR174
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