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House approves HB173 to let certified park wardens issue litter citations statewide
Summary
The Louisiana House passed HB173 on April 23, 2025, giving certified state park wardens authority to issue citations for litter violations statewide. The measure’s effective date was changed on the floor to the date of the governor’s signature; members discussed POST certification and safety concerns during debate.
Baton Rouge — The Louisiana House on April 23, 2025 passed HB173, a bill that authorizes certified state park wardens to write tickets for litter offenses statewide. The House adopted an amendment setting the bill’s effective date to the date of the governor’s signature.
Representative Malcolm Ilk, sponsor of HB173, said the…
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